What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dubai Intl to Shanghai?

Air India and Air Astana are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to Shanghai

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Shanghai on average per day?

As of November 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Dubai to Shanghai. The most common time of day flights depart is 03:00, with 66% of flights taking off at midday.

How often are flights from Dubai to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Dubai and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 214 minutes.

How many flights depart from Dubai to Shanghai on average per week?

14 flights are operational weekly from Dubai to Shanghai as of November 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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.

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19:45 - 18:05DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi

08:05 - 18:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

13h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

£527Singapore Airlines

Sun, 11 Apr - Thu, 22 Apr

12:00 - 04:25DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 25m1 stop Almaty

05:40 - 11:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

33h 20m1 stop Almaty

£541Air Astana

Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

14:00 - 04:25DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 25m1 stop Almaty

05:40 - 10:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

33h 15m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

£544Air Astana

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr

20:30 - 09:45DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 15m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Beijing Daxing Intl

21:15 - 09:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

40h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£546SAUDIA

Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan

19:25 - 11:15DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 50m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

21:05 - 09:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

40h 20m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£550SAUDIA

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12:00 - 04:25DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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05:40 - 18:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

40h 20m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

£550Air Astana

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22:05 - 20:20DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

42h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

05:40 - 18:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

40h 20m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl

£551Multiple Airlines

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20:30 - 09:45DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 15m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Beijing Daxing Intl

21:15 - 02:25PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

33h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£552SAUDIA

Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

20:30 - 09:45DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 15m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

21:05 - 13:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

43h 55m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£554SAUDIA

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14:00 - 04:25DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 25m1 stop Almaty

05:40 - 13:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

35h 20m1 stop Almaty

£555Air Astana

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21h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl

£531Multiple Airlines

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28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

10:30 - 03:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

21h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl

£545Multiple Airlines

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19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:20 - 21:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

30h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£556Qatar Airways

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22:25 - 22:00DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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23:35 - 11:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

16h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£558Qatar Airways

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23:35 - 11:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

16h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£559Qatar Airways

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12:05 - 20:20DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

06:15 - 12:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

9h 50mdirect

£567Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

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19h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

23:35 - 11:40PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

16h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£572Qatar Airways

Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

11:45 - 13:30DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 45m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Kunming Changshui

10:30 - 03:35PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

21h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl

£575Multiple Airlines

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12:05 - 20:20DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:00 - 05:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

10h 10mdirect

£576Multiple Airlines

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12:05 - 20:20DXB Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:30 - 14:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl

18h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

£578Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

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£555

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dubai and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £600 to £682.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £527.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Dubai, with most prices found around £314. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Dubai, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £320.

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 Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as £273. 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 £813.

What is the cheapest Dubai Intl to Shanghai flight route?

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Best price found	£270
Fastest flight time	7h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Dubai in the past 72 hours is £270. The best return flight deal from Dubai to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £527.

The fastest flight from Dubai to Shanghai takes 7h 50m

Direct flights go from Dubai to Shanghai every day.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Dubai there are direct flights to 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. 7h 50m 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.

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