How long is the flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?

A quick flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates can take about 9h 50m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,126. There are 6444 km between Shanghai and United Arab Emirates. All flights are typically direct.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Arab Emirates ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit United Arab Emirates when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Arab Emirates, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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.

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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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Mon 16/1114:00 -

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Deal found 11/8AED 2,023

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Deal found 10/8AED 2,027

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Nonstop8h 40m

Deal found 11/8AED 2,075

Sun 13/900:35 -

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2 stops25h 35m

Deal found 10/8AED 2,177

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2 stops26h 10m

Deal found 11/8AED 2,203

Wed 16/1206:15 -

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Sun 3/109:15 -

Nonstop7h 50m

Deal found 11/8AED 2,218

Wed 18/1123:35 -

1 stop14h 50m

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1 stop12h 25m

Deal found 8/8AED 2,233

Thu 19/1118:10 -

1 stop13h 40m

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1 stop19h 20m

Deal found 8/8AED 2,236

Wed 16/1216:30 -

1 stop34h 15m

Sun 3/119:00 -

1 stop12h 55m

Deal found 11/8AED 2,240

Thu 10/911:20 -

1 stop17h 05m

Thu 17/921:00 -

1 stop33h 15m

Deal found 8/8AED 2,299

Thu 19/1113:35 -

1 stop12h 30m

Sun 22/1123:35 -

1 stop32h 45m

Deal found 7/8AED 2,368

Tue 8/911:20 -

1 stop17h 05m

Tue 15/921:00 -

1 stop22h 10m

Deal found 8/8AED 2,449

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Mon 16/1114:00 -

Nonstop10h 30m

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Deal found 7/8AED 2,023

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Deal found 10/8AED 2,027

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Deal found 8/8AED 2,126

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Deal found 8/8AED 2,233

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Deal found 7/8AED 2,368

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Deal found 11/8AED 2,501

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2 stops29h 40m

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3 stops33h 55m

Deal found 12/8AED 2,772

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1 stop15h 45m

Fri 19/201:15 -

1 stop14h 45m

Deal found 9/8AED 3,823

Wed 16/1206:15 -

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Deal found 10/8AED 2,218

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1 stop17h 05m

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Deal found 8/8AED 2,449

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1 stop15h 15m

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1 stop12h 25m

Deal found 8/8AED 2,677

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1 stop35h 20m

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2 stops35h 35m

Deal found 11/8AED 2,677

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1 stop33h 40m

Thu 19/1121:20 -

1 stop20h 00m

Deal found 7/8AED 2,453

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Thu 18/209:15 -

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Deal found 9/8AED 2,490

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Deal found 11/8AED 2,971

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1 stop19h 10m

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1 stop14h 15m

Deal found 7/8AED 2,655

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1 stop15h 15m

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Deal found 8/8AED 3,033

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2 stops19h 55m

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2 stops23h 10m

Deal found 10/8AED 3,180

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1 stop15h 00m

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Deal found 10/8AED 3,485

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1 stop17h 05m

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Deal found 12/8AED 4,432

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Deal found 12/8AED 4,105

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2 stops20h 55m

Deal found 11/8AED 4,359

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1 stop33h 20m

Thu 1/1021:00 -

1 stop18h 00m

Deal found 10/8AED 5,335

Wed 30/910:15 -

1 stop18h 10m

Sun 11/1021:00 -

2 stops32h 50m

Deal found 12/8AED 29,629

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Round-trip from	AED 2,023
One-way from	AED 977
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	October
Average price	AED 2,332

China Eastern
16/11-19/11
Nonstop
19h 50m total
Shanghai to United Arab Emirates

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22h 30m total
Shanghai to United Arab Emirates

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ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/11

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 2,023

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

PVGAUH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

14:00-20:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/11

23:30-12:50

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 2,027

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ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/11

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,126

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/12

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/1

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,218

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/11

23:35-10:25

1 stop14h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

05:20-21:45

1 stop12h 25m

AED 2,233

ShanghaiDubai

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

SHADXB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/11

13:35-22:05

1 stop12h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/11

23:35-12:20

1 stop32h 45m

AED 2,368

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SHAAUH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/9

11:20-00:25

1 stop17h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 15/9

21:00-23:10

1 stop22h 10m

AED 2,449

ShanghaiAbu Dhabi

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SHAAUH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/11

19:20-01:00

1 stop33h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/11

21:20-21:20

1 stop20h 00m

AED 2,453

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/1

06:15-12:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 18/2

09:15-21:05

Nonstop7h 50m

AED 2,490

ShanghaiDubai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DXB Dubai Intl

PVGDXB

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/12

05:40-11:50

2 stops34h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/1

12:00-04:25

1 stop12h 25m

AED 2,501

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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 April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,114). 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

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,654 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates?
A quick flight from Shanghai to United Arab Emirates can take about 9h 50m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,126. There are 6444 km between Shanghai and United Arab Emirates. All flights are typically direct.
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 April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,114). 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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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.

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