Traveling from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Shanghai has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 4 hours behind Shanghai. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Shanghai to AUH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to AUH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is about 35 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)? Check out the fares leaving from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Take a moment to recharge during your flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport with a stopover. Daxing International Airport (PKX) is a popular option between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and AUH.
SHA is approximately 9 miles from central Shanghai. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city center.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to AUH, stay in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Reserve a hotel close to AUH if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$228 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from $481. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Shanghai to AUH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight that fits your budget.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Shanghai to AUH. There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.
Personalize your trip with filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 84ºF and 109ºF. Book your flights from Shanghai to AUH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 57ºF and 77ºF. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
More about Abu Dhabi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are attractions you won't want to skip in Abu Dhabi.
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