Travelling from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is Dubai's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) leaving from here.
The average duration of a direct Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is 8 hours 25 minutes.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is four hours ahead of Dubai.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 2:50am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from DXB to PVG is with China Eastern Airlines at 9:05pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Dubai to PVG. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can take a direct flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport taking off from DXB.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Emirates between DXB and PVG.
China Eastern is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Dubai to PVG that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and PVG include:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai International Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to PVG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of flights departing Al Maktoum International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PVG:
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is ₹ 22,674. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 38,994. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to PVG.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Dubai to PVG.
Find a cheap flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Shanghai. February is when most people book flights from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Dubai to PVG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without visiting Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.