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Cheap flights from Ireland to China from £292

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — SHA
20 May — 27 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ireland to China

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Cheapest flights from Ireland to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ireland to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 April 2026.

Tue 1/1213:25
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop36h 00m
KLM
Tue 8/1211:25
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop33h 15m
KLM
Deal found 20/4£487
Thu 12/1108:45
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1112:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4£530
Mon 1/613:25
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Tue 16/611:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop30h 10m
KLM
Deal found 19/4£539
Tue 8/909:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/915:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4£564
Tue 23/620:35
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 25/815:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£568
Thu 12/1119:50
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop29h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1118:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£573
Thu 18/609:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/715:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4£577
Mon 15/620:35
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/715:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4£580
Wed 24/609:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/815:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£581
Tue 23/609:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/815:00
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4£581
Wed 3/607:10
DUB
-
SHA
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/620:15
SHA
-
DUB
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£640
Tue 8/909:40
DUB
-
SHA
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/908:35
SHA
-
DUB
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£651

Find flight deals from Ireland to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ireland to China flight deals. Data was last updated 20 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£539

One-way from

£292

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£476

Good round-trip deal

£676 or less

Good one-way deal

£370 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 1/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 10m total
  • Ireland to China
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • Ireland to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Ireland to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 20 April 2026.
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DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 17/6

09:00-12:55

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 25/7

15:00-19:05

1 stop35h 05m

£589

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Thu 11/6

13:25-09:25

1 stop37h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 26/6

11:15-10:25

1 stop30h 10m

£636

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Tue 8/9

09:40-14:10

2 stops21h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

08:35-08:55

2 stops31h 20m

£651

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Mon 1/6

12:55-16:40

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

18:40-10:15

2 stops22h 35m

£654

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 24/6

13:25-18:00

2 stops21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

11:15-22:25

1 stop18h 10m

£662

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Thu 11/6

20:35-10:20

3 stops30h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 21/6

19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

£682

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 1/7

06:30-16:20

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/7

00:35-13:30

1 stop19h 55m

£736

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Thu 18/6

07:05-11:20

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 30/6

20:15-07:00

1 stop17h 45m

£794

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Mon 8/6

09:00-15:10

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

19:00-11:05

2 stops23h 05m

£811

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Tue 16/6

17:30-22:35

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 26/7

18:40-20:55

2 stops33h 15m

£816

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Deals found on 20/4

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Best time to book a flight from Ireland to China

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Ireland to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ireland to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to China (average of £325). Flying from Ireland to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IE to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Ireland to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 April 2026.

When flying from Ireland to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Ireland to China delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Ireland and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Ireland to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Ireland to China flights?

Over the past year, Hainan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated 20 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ireland to China, such as Hainan Airlines,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,431 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
208 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ireland to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Ireland to China?

    KLM and Etihad Airways can get you from Ireland to China in just under 20h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 05m. The distance between Ireland and China is about 5814 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ireland to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ireland to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ireland to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ireland to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ireland to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ireland to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ireland to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to China (average of £325). Flying from Ireland to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of £490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Ireland to China

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£394Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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