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Cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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week: 29 Dec - 4 Jan

Flights from just AED 1,066

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Airlines that fly from Dubai to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

1178AED

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

65%Trains in Shanghai are 65% cheaper than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 6.00

ShanghaiAED 2.09

MealMid-priced restaurant

61%A meal in Shanghai is 61% cheaper than a meal in Dubai.

DubaiAED 40.00

ShanghaiAED 15.64

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

35%A taxi fare in Shanghai is 35% cheaper than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 12.00

ShanghaiAED 7.82

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

47%Coffee in Shanghai is 47% cheaper than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 21.78

ShanghaiAED 11.59

Exchange rate

1 AED = 1.92 CNY

1 CNY = 0.53 AED

Last checked on Thu, 18/12

Distance: 6434 kms

Dubai airports

Dubai International Airport (DXB)How far from city centre: 19 kms

Al Maktoum International (DWC)How far from city centre: 21 kms

Etihad Bus Station (XNB)How far from city centre: 6 kms

Shanghai airports

Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms

Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms

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The Opodo flight's search engine will provide you with the cheapest options available while you book your flight, once you select your flight dates, number of passengers, and other details, our search results will show you the best options.

If you are flexible when it comes to dates, we also help you find the cheapest day to go to Shanghai. In addition, if it's a last-minute trip, we help you find the flight from Dubai that best suits your travel needs.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Dubai to Shanghai

How long does the flight take to go from Dubai to Shanghai?

The total flight time between Dubai and Shanghai is of around 09:07 hours on average, considering an average distance of 6,450 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How can I find cheap flights from Dubai to Shanghai at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Dubai to Shanghai is AED739. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Shanghai expensive to visit compared to Dubai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Shanghai costs an average of 7.82 AED, 35% cheaper than Dubai, with a fare of 12.00 AED,

while train tickets costs 65% less in Shanghai: 2.09 AED against 6.00 AED in Dubai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 15.64 AED in Shanghai, 61% less than the 40.00 AED in Dubai.

The price of the coffee is around 47% cheaper in Shanghai, with an average of 11.59 AED, while in Dubai the coffee costs 21.78 AED.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Dubai to Shanghai?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Dubai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

Which airports have flights between Dubai and Shanghai?

The main airport route flying between Dubai and Shanghai is: Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Cathay Pacific.

China Eastern Airlines.

Alternatively, you can find Dubai - Shanghai flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) with the following airline(s) flying the route: China Eastern Airlines.

Cathay Pacific.