Traveling from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Shanghai's main base, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH).
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight is 10 hours.
Abu Dhabi is four hours behind Shanghai. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) is the busiest route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:10pm. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from PVG to AUH is with Etihad Airways at 6:55pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to AUH.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with China Eastern Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from PVG.
China Eastern is the airline most travelers choose for flights from PVG to AUH.
With an impressive 93.51% of services arriving on schedule, China Eastern is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to AUH leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
PVG is around 48 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PVG arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with a stop at Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). A main stopover between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and AUH, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
On public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to AUH flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 85% of them arriving right on cue.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near AUH and turn out the lights sooner:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometers from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
AED 865 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. Return flights start from AED 1,491. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to AUH, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Abu Dhabi. August is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Shanghai to AUH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Abu Dhabi to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are top sights which should be on any well-planned Abu Dhabi itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates you should also see. About 105 kilometers northeast of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 129 kilometers northeast of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are among its highlights.
