Abu Dhabi to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Shanghai (SHA) connect United Arab Emirates and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 6,550 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 9 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include AUH and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Abu Dhabi. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 6,550 km
- Typical duration
- about 9 hours
- Origin codes
- AUH
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai
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Route overview
Abu Dhabi to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between United Arab Emirates and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are AUH and SHA. Related codes: AUH → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 6,550 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 9 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Abu Dhabi airports and metro codes: AUH.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Abu Dhabi, other destinations from Abu Dhabi, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai typically take about 9 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai is approximately 6,550 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?
Abu Dhabi is commonly searched with code AUH (related: AUH). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Abu Dhabi. Distance is the same great-circle measure (6,550 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Abu Dhabi to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi) with China (Shanghai).