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Cheapest return flight
£459
Typical prices: £360-£756
Air India, Gulf Air
Sun 25/11Tue 4/12
DXB - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£791
Typical prices: £527-£847
Emirates
Mon 26/11Mon 3/12
DXB - PVG • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Emirates and China Eastern. Average duration is 7h 55m
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Avoid delays
China Eastern
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO)
Cheapest • Avg £231 (return)
Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG)
Shortest trip • 13h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Pu Dong (DXB-PVG)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Pu Dong

Wed, 25 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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12:05 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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16:30 - 12:05PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£459Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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12:05 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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16:30 - 20:35PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£505Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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12:05 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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18:10 - 03:50PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£511Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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12:05 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 15m2 stops Kochi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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05:40 - 12:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 05m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
£512Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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22:00 - 00:05DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 05m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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01:35 - 20:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 55m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
£520Cebu Pacific
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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20:25 - 00:40DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 15m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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16:30 - 12:05PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£539Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec
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20:30 - 21:40DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 10m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Beijing Daxing Intl
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09:00 - 14:30PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 30m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl
£541SAUDIA
Tue, 22 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
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12:00 - 04:25DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
12h 25m1 stop Almaty
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05:40 - 12:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 05m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
£544Air Astana
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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14:15 - 22:55DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 40m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
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21:15 - 02:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
33h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Riyadh King Khaled Intl
£545SAUDIA
Wed, 23 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
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14:00 - 04:25DXB  Dubai Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 25m1 stop Almaty
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05:40 - 12:45PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 05m2 stops Almaty Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Intl
£546Air Astana
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at £389 return.
•May (£813) and April (£738) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£216
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Dubai to Pu Dong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Pu Dong based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 03:10 and lands at 11:05
    • Latest: departs at 21:05 and lands at 05:00.

    The flight takes about 7h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A direct flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 7h 55m, covering 4,004 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight?

    Return flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from £360 to £756, with an average of £533 over the past 12 months. Anything below £360 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £533 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £231 return via Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO), compared with £732 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £311, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 30m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £445 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £662, a difference of £217.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dubai and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Emirates
    • China Eastern

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 24m, compared to 13h 32m via Wuhan (WUH) and 13h 40m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 4 hours ahead of Dubai (China Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights:

    • Emirates: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £445, about £217 less than Saturday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £389 return in that month – typically £424 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Eastern. Over the past three months, 86% of China Eastern flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 3h 30m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £231 return on this route – about £502 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

    • Dazhong Airport Hotel
    • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

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