How long is the flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

Airlines like Hainan Airlines, KLM, and China Eastern fly from Dublin to Shanghai in about 17h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. There are 5814 mi between Dublin and Shanghai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dublin to Shanghai round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dublin to Shanghai round-trip from £475. China Eastern is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

What airport do you fly from for flights from Dublin to Shanghai?

If you book a flight to Shanghai from Dublin, you will be flying from Dublin, which is the city’s only airport. Dublin (DUB) is located 5.7 mi from the center of Dublin. There are 0 flights from Dublin to Shanghai per day from 1 airline.

Can I find deals for flights from Dublin to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Dublin to Shanghai?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Dublin to Shanghai?

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

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Round-trip from	£485
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Cheapest in	February
Average price	£553

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Dublin to Shanghai

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Fri 2/10

06:35-10:55

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Sat 10/10

08:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£485

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DUB Dublin - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Tue 13/10

12:00-17:45

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08:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£495

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DUB Dublin - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Sat 28/11

11:00-09:35

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Wed 9/12

20:55-05:50

1 stop16h 55m

£506

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DUB Dublin - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Tue 15/9

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19:00-07:00

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£526

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Tue 13/10

12:00-10:00

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21:30-10:05

2 stops19h 35m

£534

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DUB Dublin - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Dublin

Sun 29/11

05:45-09:10

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

11:10-22:15

1 stop19h 05m

£542

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DUB Dublin - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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12:00-10:00

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19:00-07:00

1 stop19h 00m

£565

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DUB Dublin - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Dublin

Mon 30/11

08:50-09:10

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

22:15-12:40

2 stops22h 25m

£567

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DUB Dublin - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Thu 14/1

08:05-09:15

1 stop17h 10m

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1 stop20h 15m

£596

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DUB Dublin - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Wed 21/10

05:55-07:00

1 stop18h 05m

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00:35-06:15

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£598

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai (average of £497). Flying from Dublin to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £697). 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 DUB to SHA?

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Dublin to Shanghai flights typically cost between £606 and £730 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £485 on Multiple Airlines (2 Oct–10 Oct).

How often are flights from Dublin to Shanghai delayed?

About 33% of weekly flights between Dublin and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dublin to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Monday 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

The price you pay for your flight from Dublin to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern from Dublin to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Eastern

7.3

Good

234 reviews

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1 / 8

6.0

Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge

China Eastern

7.3

Good

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China Eastern

7.3

Good

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1 / 8

6.0

Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Dublin to Shanghai?
If you book a flight to Shanghai from Dublin, you will be flying from Dublin, which is the city’s only airport. Dublin (DUB) is located 5.7 mi from the center of Dublin. There are 0 flights from Dublin to Shanghai per day from 1 airline.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Shanghai?
Airlines like Hainan Airlines, KLM, and China Eastern fly from Dublin to Shanghai in about 17h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. There are 5814 mi between Dublin and Shanghai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dublin to Shanghai round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dublin to Shanghai round-trip from £475. China Eastern is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from Dublin to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dublin to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dublin to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dublin to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dublin to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dublin to Shanghai 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 Dublin to Shanghai?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai (average of £497). Flying from Dublin to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £697). 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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Cheapest flights from Dublin to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Dublin to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2026.

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Find hourly flight availability from Dublin to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 August 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Dublin to Shanghai flights typically cost between £606 and £730 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £485 on Multiple Airlines (2 Oct–10 Oct).

How often are flights from Dublin to Shanghai delayed?

About 33% of weekly flights between Dublin and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dublin to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Monday 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

The price you pay for your flight from Dublin to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern from Dublin to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dublin to Shanghai round-trip?

Can I find deals for flights from Dublin to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Dublin to Shanghai?

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dublin to Shanghai?

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Dublin to Shanghai flights typically cost between £606 and £730 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £485 on Multiple Airlines (2 Oct–10 Oct).