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Cheapest return flight
AED 2,721
Typical prices: AED 1,506-AED 2,760
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Mon 3/12Mon 10/12
AUH - SHA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 1,557
Typical prices: AED 870-AED 1,142
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Fri 23/11
AUH - SHA • 3 stops
Top stopover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg AED 1,376 (return)
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Shortest trip • 20h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Hongqiao Intl (AUH-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Hongqiao Intl

Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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09:00 - 10:00AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 00m2 stops Tashkent Vostochny Beijing Capital
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12:10 - 07:15SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
23h 05m2 stops Kunming Changshui Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
AED 2,721Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:55 - 11:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 40m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Kunming Changshui
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12:10 - 07:15SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
23h 05m2 stops Kunming Changshui Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
AED 2,846Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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22:15 - 09:15AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 00m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun
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18:50 - 00:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
33h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
AED 2,908Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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02:45 - 09:00AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 15m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
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18:05 - 01:15SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
35h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
AED 2,997Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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22:15 - 20:40AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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07:10 - 00:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
20h 55m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
AED 3,132Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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19:55 - 18:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 55m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
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08:30 - 11:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
30h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Manama Bahrain Intl
AED 3,213Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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22:10 - 22:40AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 30m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Kunming Changshui
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12:50 - 03:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
19h 05m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Manama Bahrain Intl
AED 3,279Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
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14:35 - 15:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 20m2 stops Muscat Seeb Beijing Daxing Intl
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10:30 - 06:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 00m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Muscat Seeb
AED 3,331Multiple Airlines
Tue, 22 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
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21:20 - 18:05AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 45m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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10:30 - 01:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
18h 30m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
AED 3,760China Eastern
Fri, 11 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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21:20 - 15:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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21:00 - 01:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
32h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
AED 3,797China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

China Eastern (AED 3,760) offered the cheapest return ticket from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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AED 1,557
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When to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Hongqiao Intl

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Your Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 12h 52m and 25h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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.

  • Have flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 2,721 to AED 27,171. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 2,461, which is 115% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) – 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 68% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 1,245 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 3,826, a difference of AED 2,582.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 52m, compared to 20h 47m via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) and 25h 29m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi (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 Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai National Exhibition Convention Center (NECC), and Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center (SWEECC). These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average AED 1,245, which is about AED 2,582 less than Monday fares (67% savings) 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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