What percentage of Dubai to Shanghai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, only 3.4% of flights from Dubai to Shanghai were direct. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that direct options are relatively uncommon for this particular route.

What's the flight time from Dubai to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Dubai to Shanghai typically takes approximately 8 hours and 8 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 488 minutes. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 19 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 6448 kilometers.

Are non-stop flights from Dubai to Shanghai worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Dubai to Shanghai have been about 26% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1209, while connecting flights had a median price of $960. Given that direct flights represent only 3% of the options, travelers should weigh the convenience against the additional cost. The premium for a direct flight can be substantial.

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Dubai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

For flights from Dubai to Shanghai, fares typically range from $839–$1174, with a median of $968. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, indicating a regular cadence for this route.

When considering cheap flights from Dubai to Shanghai, the cheapest time to fly is often November, with a median fare of $640. July also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $698. Another relatively inexpensive month is February, where the median fare is $835.

A typical journey from Dubai to Shanghai takes about 8h 40m, including connections. This is a long-haul flight, covering a distance of 6448 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 3.4% of recent fares were for direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shanghai

Regular price: $399 - $867

Prices for flights from Dubai to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $399 and $867. The current lowest deal is $613 with Qatar Airways for travel from Nov 3-Nov 25.

now $613

Low $399

High $867

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Shanghai is November, with a median price of $640. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1204. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $640

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,204

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shanghai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Gulf Air

$745

$1,092

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Emirates Airlines

$745

$1,299

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$629

$632

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$739

$886

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$629

$622

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SHJ - Shanghai

Dubai (SHJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$475

$688

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

3 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 3

$608 → $617

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$611 → $630

3 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 30

$610 → $632

4 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 3

$607 → $631

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Dubai - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $640

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $640.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 40m

Direct flights typically take 8 hours 40 minutes, while connecting flights average 23 hours 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.4% of recent flights are direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines has offered direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is a key departure point for flights from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$515

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Shanghai.

📍 ~36 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,471

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport connections for your journey from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~8 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$515

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) is another departure choice for travelers flying from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~28 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$582

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$615

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Dubai to Shanghai is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $1017. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $1554. Even booking 60+ days out can be slightly more expensive, averaging $1105, compared to the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Shanghai is considered to be $839 or less. The median price observed for this route was $968. Prices can go up to $1174 or more, representing the higher end of fares in the trailing 90 days. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the good price threshold.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Shanghai, with a median price of $640. July also offers lower prices, with a median of $698. The annual median price for this route is $968, indicating that these months represent significant savings. February, despite being listed among the cheapest, had a median price of $835, which was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

Dubai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shanghai

Regular price: $399 - $867

Prices for flights from Dubai to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $399 and $867. The current lowest deal is $613 with Qatar Airways for travel from Nov 3-Nov 25.

now $613

Low $399

High $867

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

November

Cheapest

Flights from $640

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,204

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shanghai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Gulf Air

$745

$1,092

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Emirates Airlines

$745

$1,299

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$629

$632

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$739

$886

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shanghai

Dubai (DXB) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$629

$622

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SHJ - Shanghai

Dubai (SHJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$475

$688

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

3 nights

Dec 31 - Jan 3

$608 → $617

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$611 → $630

3 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 30

$610 → $632

4 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 3

$607 → $631

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

Dubai - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $640

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $640.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 40m

Direct flights typically take 8 hours 40 minutes, while connecting flights average 23 hours 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.4% of recent flights are direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines has offered direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is a key departure point for flights from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$515

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Shanghai.

📍 ~36 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,471

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport connections for your journey from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~8 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$515

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) is another departure choice for travelers flying from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~28 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$582

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Dubai to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$2,218

$1,519

Save $699

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Dubai to Shanghai

Dubai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

Direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

Dubai - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $640

Direct flights average 8h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Dubai main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Apr 27

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Apr 19

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Apr 02

Apr 10

Mar 12

Dec 16

Dec 21

Mar 31

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

When is the best time to book flights from Dubai to Shanghai?

How much should a flight from Dubai to Shanghai cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Shanghai?

What percentage of Dubai to Shanghai flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Dubai to Shanghai?

Are non-stop flights from Dubai to Shanghai worth the extra cost?

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Dubai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

Direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shanghai

Dubai - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $640

Direct flights average 8h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Dubai main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Apr 27

Apr 17

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Mar 19

Apr 02

Apr 10

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Dec 16

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Mar 31

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

When is the best time to book flights from Dubai to Shanghai?

How much should a flight from Dubai to Shanghai cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Shanghai?