Flying from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when planning your flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Shanghai to Dubai Airport flight.
Dubai is four hours behind Shanghai. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from PVG to DXB is with Emirates at 11pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Shanghai to DXB.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can find a direct flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
When leaving from PVG, you can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport with Emirates.
The most frequently booked airline between PVG and DXB is Emirates.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Emirates.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to DXB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
78.11% of flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport, check out these options when departing from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to DXB flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Most flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Dubai Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Right now, $334 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $645. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Shanghai to DXB, book your flight ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Shanghai to Dubai Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Shanghai to DXB.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Dubai Airport (DXB). Visit Dubai in April for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Shanghai to DXB flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dubai Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Dubai Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Khawr Fakkān is another favourite destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 105 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach.
