Cheap flights from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi from £187
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How much do flights to Abu Dhabi cost?
Cheapest one-way trip | £187 |
|---|---|
Cheapest round-trip | £447 |
Average round-trip | £761 |
Most popular airline | Etihad Airways |
Getting from Abu Dhabi airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus routes A1 and A2.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
45-60 min | AED 4 (~USD 1.10); Hafilat card required | every 30–40 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
40-55 min | AED 4 (~USD 1.10); Hafilat card required | every 30–40 min (traffic dependent) | Al Wahda area access | |
30-45 min | AED 70–100 (~USD 19–27); metered fare plus AED 25 airport surcharge | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
30-45 min | AED 60–90 (~USD 16–25); surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based booking | |
30-45 min | AED 60–90 (~USD 16–25); surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | regional ride-hailing app | |
30-45 min | AED 150–300 (~USD 41–82); pre-booked fixed rate | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | groups and business travelers | |
30-45 min | AED 100–250 (~USD 27–68) per day; varies by vehicle | on-demand (traffic dependent) | flexibility and exploration |
Notes:
- Prices in AED; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Public buses require a Hafilat smart card, available for purchase at the airport or bus stations.
- Taxis have a fixed AED 25 airport pickup surcharge in addition to metered fare.
- Ride-hailing prices vary with demand; expect higher fares during peak hours.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Abu Dhabi
Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Etihad Airways | ETD | EY | No |
| China Eastern Airlines | CES | MU | Yes |
| Qatar Airways | QTR | QR | Yes |
| Spring Airlines | CQH | 9C | Yes |
| Bangkok Airways | BKP | PG | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Abu Dhabi
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 23°C | 16°C |
| February | 25°C | 17°C |
| March | 29°C | 20°C |
| April | 33°C | 23°C |
| May | 38°C | 27°C |
| June | 40°C | 29°C |
| July | 41°C | 31°C |
| August | 41°C | 31°C |
| September | 39°C | 29°C |
| October | 35°C | 25°C |
| November | 30°C | 22°C |
| December | 25°C | 18°C |
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