How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Shanghai to Dubai take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 6,426 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Shanghai to Dubai

6,426

Kilometres (km)

3,993

Miles (mi)

3,470

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Shanghai to Dubai is approximately 6,426 km. The typical flight time is 8h 20m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

Near Dubai

Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)18 km
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)45 km
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)70 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Shanghai to Dubai is approximately 6,426 km (3,993 miles).