Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 4 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi International Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can select from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from AUH to PVG is the 21:45 Etihad Airways service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 22:30 with Etihad Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from AUH to Shanghai.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai. Start your trip at AUH and land at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Book your seat with Etihad Airways. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from AUH to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You won't need a visa for China if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your flight tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai is ج.م. 12,096. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 25,313. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from AUH to Shanghai, book your trip 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 21 minutes.
After your flight from AUH to Shanghai, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SHA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from AUH to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Shanghai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
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