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Cheap flights from Ireland to China from £309

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — SHA
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
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 16 May 2026.

Tue 24/1108:10
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/1218:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5£512
Thu 29/1008:10
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/1118:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5£526
Thu 29/1006:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop24h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 5/1112:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop27h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/5£536
Thu 26/1106:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop24h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 30/1112:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/5£537
Wed 28/1008:10
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/1118:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5£539
Tue 20/1016:20
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 4/1112:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop27h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/5£541
Fri 27/1108:50
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 2/1200:15
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop23h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/5£548
Mon 2/1107:45
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1123:35
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5£553
Tue 24/1114:05
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1218:10
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5£554
Tue 8/915:00
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/918:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5£557
Wed 25/1113:25
DUB
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 5/1212:40
PVG
-
DUB
1 stop17h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/5£557
Wed 10/611:35
DUB
-
SHA
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/617:55
SHA
-
DUB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£665

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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£526

One-way from

£309

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£658

Good round-trip deal

£797 or less

Good one-way deal

£381 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Ireland to China
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Ireland to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£53 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 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 16 May 2026.
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DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 20/5

05:55-10:30

2 stops21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 28/5

00:15-15:25

1 stop22h 10m

£611

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 1/7

17:50-16:20

2 stops39h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/7

00:35-13:30

1 stop19h 55m

£671

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Mon 3/8

15:00-22:35

1 stop24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 20/8

18:40-13:30

2 stops25h 50m

£694

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Fri 19/6

06:30-07:55

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/7

11:00-17:55

1 stop37h 55m

£722

DublinShanghai

DUB - PVG

DUBPVG

Dublin

Wed 1/7

16:20-18:00

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 29/7

11:15-22:25

1 stop18h 10m

£751
Fastest return journey

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Sun 7/6

12:00-10:00

1 stop15h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/6

20:15-11:05

2 stops21h 50m

£1,014

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Mon 8/6

15:15-11:20

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 23/6

12:45-12:05

2 stops30h 20m

£1,701

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Thu 21/5

20:20-11:20

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/6

12:45-12:05

2 stops30h 20m

£1,709

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Mon 3/8

15:15-11:20

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/8

12:45-19:20

2 stops37h 35m

£1,842

DublinShanghai

DUB - SHA

DUBSHA

Dublin

Thu 18/6

15:30-11:20

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

12:45-12:05

2 stops30h 20m

£1,845

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Best time to book a flight from Ireland to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Ireland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ireland to China?

The best time to book flights from Ireland to China is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 £329). Flying from Ireland to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,014). 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 16 May 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 14% of weekly flights between Ireland and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 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?

Thursday 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 14% 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 16 May 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
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
3,725 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
1,439 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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?

    China Eastern, Qatar Airways, and Japan Airlines can get you from Ireland to China in just under 21h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 55m. 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 £329). Flying from Ireland to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,014). 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Ireland to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest£399Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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