AED 1,010 Find Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi – Compare and Save

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi:

• Earliest: departs at 14:00 and lands at 00:16
• Latest: departs at 18:15 and lands at 04:31.

The flight takes about 10h 16m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi:

• Economy class
• First Class

A direct flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi takes 10h 16m, covering 10,485 km.

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.

Return flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi range from AED 1,531 to AED 2,030, with an average of AED 1,791 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 1,531 counts as a good deal.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average AED 1,529 return, compared with AED 1,956 via a stopover through Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge AED 135–AED 135 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Shanghai to Abu Dhabi flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 1,243, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 100 for economy cars. Top options include:

• AMEX
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Autostrad Rent A Car
• DRIVUS

Flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

Connecting flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi most commonly pass through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 67% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 33% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at AED 1,388 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at AED 3,176, a difference of AED 1,788.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Shanghai and Abu Dhabi. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Etihad Airways
• China Eastern

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 40m, compared to 20h 32m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH).

Abu Dhabi is 4 hours behind Shanghai (Gulf Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Abu Dhabi are Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Zayed Sports City Stadium, and Yas Marina Circuit - F1. These are among the most viewed places in Abu Dhabi on KAYAK.

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

• Etihad Airways: 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.