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Flight deals from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zayed International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 1,864. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong

Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zayed International to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Abu Dhabi to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 872
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time8 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong is AED 1,510. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong.
Etihad Airways and China Eastern fly direct from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong.
There are 23 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Shanghai Pudong is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air China and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai four hours ahead of Abu Dhabi.

  • Flights from AUH to PVG start at 21:45 — the first with Etihad Airways. The last departure is at 22:30 with Etihad Airways. In total, there are ten weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AUH to PVG flight.

  • Traveling during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Shanghai (and then discovering more of China!) is a snap with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Etihad Airways.

  • With a reliable 92.13% of services arriving as scheduled, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier for AUH to PVG flights.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUH and PVG:

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Daxing International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is AED 872. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 1,510. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from AUH to PVG, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AUH to PVG.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • 78.54% of flights taking off from Abu Dhabi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometers away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Shanghai in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from AUH to PVG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If there's time to check out another side of China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometers west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among its highlights.

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