Traveling from Shanghai to Dubai: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Dubai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the major entry points.
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Shanghai to Dubai flight.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours behind Shanghai.
With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Shanghai to Dubai with Emirates at 00:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from PVG to DXB is with Emirates at 23:00.
Leave enough time to get on your Shanghai to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dubai
To secure cheap Shanghai to Dubai flights, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Shanghai to Dubai. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Dubai departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Start your trip at PVG and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a popular carrier that offers direct Shanghai to Dubai plane tickets leaving from PVG.
We make it a breeze to find a Shanghai to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PVG is around 20 miles from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Shanghai to Dubai flight, browse these options when setting off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's center in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 miles away.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Dubai:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them landing right on cue.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes by car. The center is roughly 6 miles away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Dubai flight.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 25 miles from central Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Shanghai to Dubai, it'll take you approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DWC. Settle in and get cozy after your Shanghai to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental make picking up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Dubai, while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 86ºF and 108ºF. Book your Shanghai to Dubai ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Dubai in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 57ºF and 77ºF on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Dubai:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 14 miles north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 75 miles south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
