Cheap flights from Dammam to Shanghai

Flight deals from Dammam to Shanghai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Dammam — Shanghai for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 1 October, from $346.

Top 10 cheap flights from Dammam to Shanghai

When is the best time to book a flight from Dammam to Shanghai?

The price of a flight from Dammam to Shanghai changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $539. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.

About the Dammam — Shanghai flight

Looking for cheap flights from Dammam to Shanghai? There are no direct flights on this route, but you can compare convenient connections and fares from different airlines, then book your Dammam — Shanghai ticket online.

There are no direct flights — tickets are sold with a connection (usually via Sharjah International Airport, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport), the whole trip with a connection takes about 24 h 10 min, flights are operated by Emirates, Air Arabia, China Southern, China Eastern, the distance between the cities is around 6,866 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Shanghai travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Shanghai weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

from $346Min. price

OctoberCheapest

NovemberPeak season

NoDirect flights

6,866 kmDistance

11 h 45 minTravel time

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dammam — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $346 in October, and the most expensive are around $569 in November. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Dammam to Shanghai by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in December (around $544) and priciest in October (about $713) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$604	medium	May	$701	high	Sep	$689	high
Feb	$701	high	Jun	$628	medium	Oct	$713	high
Mar	$677	high	Jul	$641	medium	Nov	$616	medium
Apr	$689	high	Aug	$556	low	Dec	$544	low

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Shanghai: it is warmest in August (up to 32 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 9 °C). The driest month is December.

Tickets are usually cheapest in October and most expensive in November. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a Dammam — Shanghai ticket

Book ahead: fares for Dammam — Shanghai are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually October — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
There are no direct flights — travellers usually connect via Sharjah International Airport, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport. Compare different connections: a layover adds time but lowers the price.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the Dammam — Shanghai route are operated by 4 airlines; Emirates runs the most flights. There are no direct flights — compare carriers and convenient connections below.

EmiratesEK
WebsiteFleet: 26051.9M pax/year
- DMM → DXB → PVG (with stopover)
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Air ArabiaG9
WebsiteFleet: 7716.7M pax/year
- DMM → SHJ → DAC → PKX → SHA (with stopover)
- DMM → SHJ → DEL → PVG (with stopover)
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China SouthernCZ
WebsiteFleet: 850165M pax/year
- DMM → SHJ → DAC → PKX → SHA (with stopover)
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China EasternMU
WebsiteFleet: 803116M pax/year
- DMM → SHJ → DEL → PVG (with stopover)
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Cities and airports on the Dammam — Shanghai route

Flights Dammam — Shanghai depart from King Fahd International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Dammam

DMM

Saudi Arabia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Saudi Arabia

Arrival

Shanghai

SHA

China

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country China

Departure airports

King Fahd International AirportDMM
About the airport

Arrival airports

Shanghai Pudong International AirportPVG
About the airport
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportSHA
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Dammam — Shanghai flight

How long is the flight from Dammam to Shanghai?

There are no direct flights, so travel time depends on the connection in Sharjah International Airport, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport. Based on search data, the whole trip takes about 24 h 10 min including the layover.

How far is it from Dammam to Shanghai?

The distance from Dammam to Shanghai is about 6,866 km.

Are there direct flights from Dammam to Shanghai?

There are no nonstop flights on this route — tickets are only available with a connection (usually via Sharjah International Airport, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport).

Which airlines fly from Dammam to Shanghai?

Airlines operating Dammam — Shanghai include Emirates, Air Arabia, China Southern, China Eastern. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Dammam — Shanghai flights use?

Flights from Dammam depart from King Fahd International Airport, and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Dammam to Shanghai?

The price of a Dammam — Shanghai ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in October, and most expensive in November. Tickets typically cost between $346 and $569. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Dammam — Shanghai?

Flights Dammam — Shanghai are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is October. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Dammam to Shanghai?

To catch a low fare Dammam — Shanghai, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually October.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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