Shanghai (Pudong) to Dubai(Jebel Ali) (PVG–DWC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–DWC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 4,028 miles in approximately 8h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 7 | 77X | 8h40-9h50 | – | – | – |
| LH Lufthansa | 2 | 77X | 9h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · DWC: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 2:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Chinese passport holders get visa-free entry to the UAE for stays up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months. This visa-free arrangement started in January 2018. You receive a free entry stamp at immigration with no advance application needed.
The 30-day stay can be extended once for an additional 30 days at the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship offices. The extension fee is AED 600 (about CNY 1,200). For work or long-term stays, your UAE sponsor or employer must arrange the visa. Each emirate handles immigration separately, but the visa-free entry works at all UAE airports.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–DWC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to DWC
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and Lufthansa. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to DWC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to DWC is about 8 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,028 miles (6,482 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Shuangliu, Noi Bai and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.