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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to the United Arab Emirates

SHA — DXB
25 Oct — 1 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,410
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (AED 2,911 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 537 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,436). Flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,958). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to AE?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 65% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates from Shanghai to the United Arab Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,666 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    While some choose either Shanghai Pu Dong - Dubai Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Dubai Intl is the most popular route from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,436). Flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates in September is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,958). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 1,998AverageAED 3,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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