Are direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing. However, connecting flights are often more affordable and can sometimes open up more scheduling options. The 'best' option depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Dubai to Shenzhen flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week flights or traveling during off-peak seasons often result in lower fares compared to weekends or major holidays. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Dubai to Shenzhen flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional expenses helps you calculate the true total cost of your journey.

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2027-01-10 – 2027-01-17
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$524
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Dubai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Right now, the cheapest flights from Dubai to Shenzhen are significantly below the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $1011–$1370, with a median of $1177. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value can be challenging. Deals are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen? The most affordable month to fly is typically July, with a median fare of $890. Following July, October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $1137. March is another option for more budget-conscious travel, showing a median fare of $1251.

A typical journey from Dubai to Shenzhen takes about 19h 40m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 5900 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen, meaning almost all itineraries will involve at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shenzhen

Regular price: $477 - $713

Prices for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 477 USD and 713 USD. The current lowest deal is 763 USD with Sichuan Airlines for travel from Jan 25-Jan 28.

now $763

Low $477

High $713

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen is July, with a median price of $890. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1251. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $890

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,251

Mar

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shenzhen

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$614

$764

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$577

$909

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$627

$894

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$550

$836

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$557

$837

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$554

$834

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

$585 → $769

32%

10 nights

Apr 14 - Apr 24

$605 → $805

33%

7 nights

Apr 14 - Apr 21

$604 → $805

33%

22 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 25

$548 → $750

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Dubai - Shenzhen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Dubai to Shenzhen are below the typical level, with a median price of $1177.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices.

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $890 for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 19h 40m.

The median flight duration from Dubai to Shenzhen is 19 hours and 40 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights make up 99% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sichuan Airlines offers a recent deal.

A recent deal from Sichuan Airlines was found for $763, departing on Jan 25 and returning on Jan 28.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen are historically rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai Bus Station for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen, with prices from $657.

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

💸 Flights from ~$657

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen.

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

💸 Flights from ~$644

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International offers world-class international connectivity, exceeding local options, despite requiring a border crossing.

📍 ~35 km from Shenzhen (reachable by high-speed ferry, bus, and MTR)

💸 Flights from ~$482

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shenzhen

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Best Elite deals to Shenzhen

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From DXB

Elite

Dec 12

Shenzhen, China

92% AI deal score

$2,095

$1,175

Save $920

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Dec 12

Shenzhen, China

91% AI deal score

$2,128

$1,288

Save $840

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Apr 23

Shenzhen, China

91% AI deal score

$2,111

$1,326

Save $785

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Nov 06

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$1,940

$1,203

Save $737

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Nov 13

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$1,916

$1,246

Save $670

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Nov 11

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$1,971

$1,283

Save $688

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Nov 06

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$2,047

$1,327

Save $720

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Apr 03

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$2,024

$1,344

Save $680

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Apr 12

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$2,101

$1,394

Save $707

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Mar 30

Shenzhen, China

90% AI deal score

$2,119

$1,411

Save $708

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Nov 11

Shenzhen, China

89% AI deal score

$1,919

$1,283

Save $636

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Feb 02

Shenzhen, China

89% AI deal score

$1,983

$1,334

Save $649

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

To find cheaper flights, it's often helpful to compare prices across various airlines and booking sites. Consider being flexible with your travel dates, as prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Setting up price alerts can also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may lead to better deals. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends is usually a good strategy. Last-minute bookings sometimes offer discounts, but this is less common for popular routes.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can occasionally be substantial. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this option.

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Dubai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shenzhen

Regular price: $477 - $713

Prices for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 477 USD and 713 USD. The current lowest deal is 763 USD with Sichuan Airlines for travel from Jan 25-Jan 28.

now $763

Low $477

High $713

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

July

Cheapest

Flights from $890

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,251

Mar

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shenzhen

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$614

$764

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$577

$909

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Air India Limited

$627

$894

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$550

$836

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$557

$837

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Shenzhen

Dubai (DXB) - Shenzhen (SZX)

Cebu Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines

$554

$834

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

$585 → $769

32%

10 nights

Apr 14 - Apr 24

$605 → $805

33%

7 nights

Apr 14 - Apr 21

$604 → $805

33%

22 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 25

$548 → $750

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Dubai - Shenzhen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Dubai to Shenzhen are below the typical level, with a median price of $1177.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices.

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $890 for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 19h 40m.

The median flight duration from Dubai to Shenzhen is 19 hours and 40 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights make up 99% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sichuan Airlines offers a recent deal.

A recent deal from Sichuan Airlines was found for $763, departing on Jan 25 and returning on Jan 28.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen are historically rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai Bus Station for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen, with prices from $657.

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

💸 Flights from ~$657

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen.

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

💸 Flights from ~$644

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International offers world-class international connectivity, exceeding local options, despite requiring a border crossing.

Shenzhen, China

89% AI deal score

$1,983

$1,334

Save $649

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

Cheap Flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Today’s best flight deals from Dubai to Shenzhen

Dubai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shenzhen

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shenzhen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Dubai - Shenzhen route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in July for the best prices.

Flights typically take 19h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Sichuan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals are rare for this route.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shenzhen

Best Elite deals to Shenzhen

Dec 12

Dec 12

Apr 23

Nov 06

Nov 13

Nov 11

Nov 06

Apr 03

Apr 12

Mar 30

Nov 11

Feb 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

How can I find cheap flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?

When should I book flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?

Are direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Dubai to Shenzhen flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Dubai to Shenzhen flights?

Related routes

More routes from Dubai

Flights to Shenzhen from other cities

Dubai to Shenzhen: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Shenzhen

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Direct flights from Dubai to Shenzhen

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Shenzhen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Shenzhen

Dubai - Shenzhen route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in July for the best prices.

Flights typically take 19h 40m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Sichuan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals are rare for this route.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Shenzhen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shenzhen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shenzhen

Best Elite deals to Shenzhen

Dec 12

Dec 12

Apr 23

Nov 06

Nov 13

Nov 11

Nov 06

Apr 03

Apr 12

Mar 30

Nov 11

Feb 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shenzhen

How can I find cheap flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?

When should I book flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dubai to Shenzhen?