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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
The cost of a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai ranges from $236 (September 2026) to $428 (March 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $338–$716.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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Prices on the Abu Dhabi — Shanghai route are consistently going up. From September 2026 to April 2027, tickets went from $236 to $425 — a 80% increase. This trend is worth considering when planning your trip.
The most significant price increase was from September 2026 to April 2027 — up 80%. The best time to fly is September 2026–October 2026, when the average price is $236. In March 2027–April 2027, tickets cost around $426.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in September 2026–October 2026 can save you up to 45% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 21.6%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.
More than 9 airlines operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai, including Etihad Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Air India Express, Gulf Air, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, IndiGo, Hainan Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Airkenya Express. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $222, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
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Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $791
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,838
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,191
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,835
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,383
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,501
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,847
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,475
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $1,236
Abu Dhabi — Shanghai
10/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
EY866
starting at $787
There are most likely no direct flights on the Abu Dhabi — Shanghai route
The cheapest flight ticket from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $222
Often the best time to buy tickets from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: September, October, November.
The fastest flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai start from 8 hours 50 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Abu Dhabi — Shanghai: Etihad Airways, China Eastern Airlines
All airports
The cheapest one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai departs on 09/27/2026, is operated by Air India Express and costs $222
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai departs on 10/23/2026, is operated by Air India Express and costs $457
Fastest flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai takes 8h 50m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai is 6541km (4055 miles). The average flight duration is 18h 45m. The time difference between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai is 4h
