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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $837. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dubai.$679 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $679, select.

Dubai.$681 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Fri, 12 Mar.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.

Dubai.$681 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.

Dubai.$681 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.

Dubai.$682 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $682, select.

Dubai.$757 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $757, select.

Dubai.$759 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dubai on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $759, select.

Dubai.$774 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $774, select.

Dubai.$774 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $774, select.

Dubai.$774 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $774, select.

Dubai.$778 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.

Dubai.$806 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $806, select.

Dubai.$808 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $808, select.

Dubai.$822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $822, select.

Dubai.$822 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $822, select.

Dubai.$822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $822, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in December.

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Shanghai to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$679
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	9 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	27

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai is $679. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai?

9 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai?

Emirates, Saudia and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai?

As of July 2026, there are 27 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Dubai is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 59 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dubai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dubai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai with?

Currently, Air India and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours behind Shanghai.
Take your pick of 21 weekly Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 23:00.
Your PVG to DXB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Emirates is your ticket to exploring Dubai (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Emirates.
China Eastern tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for PVG to DXB flights, with 89.83% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between PVG and DXB:
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Hong Kong Intl Airport
- Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

At the moment, $353 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $679. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PVG to DXB by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from PVG to DXB.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PVG land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PVG:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

If you're arriving on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

Dubai Airport to central Dubai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVG to DXB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.