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Sichuan Airlines Logo
22:30 - 15:15DXB-PVG
12h 45m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:30 - 20:30PVG-DXB
32h 00m1 stop
£261Sichuan Airlines
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Tue, 11 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
13:00 - 22:55DXB-SHA
29h 55m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
09:00 - 10:55SHA-DXB
29h 55m1 stop
£261Hainan Airlines
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Fri, 13 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 17:40DXB-SHA
14h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 22:20SHA-DXB
14h 50m1 stop
£268Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
17:00 - 11:40DXB-PVG
14h 40m1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
15:55 - 09:50PVG-DXB
21h 55m1 stop
£287Gulf Air
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Sun, 28 Sep - Mon, 13 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
19:05 - 11:55DXB-PVG
12h 50m1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
16:30 - 03:35PVG-DXB
15h 05m1 stop
£290Gulf Air
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Sun, 30 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:35 - 12:20DXB-SHA
32h 45m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 22:05SHA-DXB
12h 30m1 stop
£312Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 30 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:35 - 20:55DXB-SHA
17h 20m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 22:05SHA-DXB
27h 35m1 stop
£313Cathay Pacific
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 09:45DXB-PVG
9h 15mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 22:00PVG-DXB
30h 00m1 stop
£334Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
China Southern Logo
23:00 - 18:20DXB-SHA
15h 20m2 stops
China Southern Logo
14:20 - 02:15SHA-DXB
15h 55m1 stop
£335China Southern
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
China Southern Logo
00:15 - 21:40DXB-SHA
17h 25m2 stops
China Southern Logo
14:20 - 02:15SHA-DXB
15h 55m1 stop
£353China Southern
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Mon, 13 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct

Cathay Pacific flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Dubai to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
30 Nov
DXB23:35Dubai Intl
32h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3 Dec
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
12h 30m
1 stop
DXB22:05Dubai Intl
£312
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Cathay Pacific
15 Nov
DXB23:35Dubai Intl
17h 20m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23 Nov
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 35m
1 stop
DXB22:05Dubai Intl
£313
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Cathay Pacific
1 Dec
DXB23:35Dubai Intl
11h 45m
1 stop
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
4 Dec
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
12h 30m
1 stop
DXB22:05Dubai Intl
£316
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China Southern flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on Dubai to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
14 Oct
DXB23:00Dubai Intl
15h 20m
2 stops
SHA18:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Oct
SHA14:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
DXB02:15Dubai Intl
£335
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China Southern
13 Oct
DXB00:15Dubai Intl
17h 25m
2 stops
SHA21:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Oct
SHA14:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
DXB02:15Dubai Intl
£353
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China Southern
14 Mar
DXB01:55Dubai Intl
15h 40m
1 stop
PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong
27 Mar
PVG22:05Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 45m
1 stop
DXB20:50Dubai Intl
£472
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
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Depart

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DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/11

22:30-15:15

1 stop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/11

16:30-20:30

1 stop32h 00m

£261

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

13:00-22:55

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

09:00-10:55

1 stop29h 55m

£261

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/10

23:00-17:40

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

11:30-22:20

1 stop14h 50m

£268

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Sun 28/9

17:00-11:40

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/10

15:55-09:50

1 stop21h 55m

£287

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/11

19:05-11:55

1 stop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/12

16:30-03:35

1 stop15h 05m

£290

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/11

23:35-12:20

1 stop32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

13:35-22:05

1 stop12h 30m

£312

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Sat 15/11

23:35-20:55

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 23/11

22:30-22:05

1 stop27h 35m

£313

DubaiShanghai

DXB - PVG

DXBPVG

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/10

20:30-09:45

Nonstop9h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

20:00-22:00

1 stop30h 00m

£334

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/10

23:00-18:20

2 stops15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

14:20-02:15

1 stop15h 55m

£335

DubaiShanghai

DXB - SHA

DXBSHA

Dubai Intl

Mon 13/10

00:15-21:40

2 stops17h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/10

14:20-02:15

1 stop15h 55m

£353

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Dubai to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Dubai, with most prices found around £317. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in October, then you should wait until June to fly from Dubai, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £350.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai from Dubai is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as £401. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is £672.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Dubai to Shanghai in the evening for as low as £428. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £498 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Dubai Intl to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Dubai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £344 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Dubai for as low as £301 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Dubai Intl to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Dubai to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Dubai to Shanghai

Fastest flight time

7h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from Dubai to Shanghai takes 7h 50m
Direct flights go from Dubai to Shanghai every day.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
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  • How far is Dubai Intl to Shanghai by plane?

    Shanghai is 3991.8 mi away from Dubai Intl. 8h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Dubai Intl Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Dubai to Shanghai?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Shanghai from Dubai.

Can I find flights from Dubai to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from Dubai on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Dubai to Shanghai?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Shanghai from Dubai. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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