Cheap Flights to Shanghai in 2026
Economy flights to Shanghai typically range from $300 to $1,400 round-trip, depending on your departure city and travel dates. Top carriers serving this route include China Eastern Airlines, United Airlines, Air China. The best months to find cheap fares are generally outside the peak season (June to August and Chinese New Year (January/February)).
Price Overview from Major US Cities
New York → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
14 hr 30 min (Direct)View Route
Los Angeles → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
13 hr 30 min (Direct)View Route
Chicago → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,300+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop typical; ~13 hr nonstop when available)View Route
Miami → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,100–$1,500+.
17 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
San Francisco → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
11 hr 30 min (Direct)View Route
Boston → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,100–$1,500+.
15 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Seattle → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,200+.
11 hr 30 min (Direct)View Route
Denver → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
13 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Washington D.C. → PVG
A good deal is under $600 roundtrip. Standard fare is $900-$1,300+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop typical; rare nonstop ~15 hr)View Route
Dallas → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
14 hr 30 min (1 Stop typical, via Tokyo, Seoul, or Beijing)View Route
Atlanta → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,100+.
16 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Houston → PVG
A good deal is under $700 roundtrip. Standard fare is $1,000–$1,400+.
15 hr 30 min (1 Stop)View Route
Top Airlines Flying to Shanghai
Best Time to Book
For international flights to Shanghai, airlines generally release their best economy fares 2-6 months prior to departure. Peak pricing usually occurs during June to August and Chinese New Year (January/February). If your dates are flexible, avoiding these peak periods will yield the cheapest flights.
Shanghai Quick Guide
Best Months to Visit
April to May and September to October
Currency
Chinese Yuan Renminbi (¥)
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