On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Dunhuang — Shanghai route. The distance between the cities is 2,608 km, with an average of 5 flights per week on this route.
The flights are operated by HO and MU airlines. For the most comfortable trip, check out how to get to Dunhuang Airport and how to get from Shanghai airport. Current ticket prices and price trends are presented in the sections below.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dunhuang — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 650 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,413 in r. 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.
Dunhuang → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,181 | medium | May | AED 685 | low | Sep | AED 1,276 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,394 | high | Jun | AED 779 | medium | Oct | AED 1,417 | high |
| Mar | AED 827 | medium | Jul | AED 1,346 | high | Nov | AED 732 | low |
| Apr | AED 874 | medium | Aug | AED 1,323 | high | Dec | AED 756 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with an average high of 32.3°C, while June is considered the rainiest. The coolest weather occurs in January, when minimum temperatures drop to 2.2°C.
In terms of savings, the most cost-effective time to fly is in August, when tickets start AED 729. The most expensive month of the year is December, with a minimum ticket price starting AED 1,413.
October and November offer a great compromise between moderate prices and comfortable dry weather. It is best to avoid flying in June due to the peak rainy season in the region.
Two airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Juneyao Airlines (HO) and China Eastern Airlines (MU). Direct flights are operated about 5 times a week, providing a stable connection between the cities. Click on a specific airline card below to see the detailed daily schedule and baggage rules.
Flights Dunhuang — Shanghai depart from Dunhuang 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.
A flight over a distance of 2,608 km takes an average of about 3 hours and 15 minutes when choosing a direct flight.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by HO (Juneyao Airlines) and MU (China Eastern Airlines).
Flights from Dunhuang arrive at Shanghai's international airports—Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA), depending on the specific carrier's flight.
It is recommended to book tickets in advance, 1–2 months before the trip, as the number of flights is limited and prices tend to rise closer to the departure date.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
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