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Cheap flights to Shanghai, China from $539

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ZRH — SHA
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2024

Find the latest flights to Shanghai in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data was last updated on June 7, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,055

Round-trip from

$1,040

One-way from

$539
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From New York to Shanghai
One-way flight from New York to Shanghai

Cheap flights to Shanghai, China in June & July 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Shanghai in June and July 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data was last updated on June 7, 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Shanghai in June and July 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Wed 6/196:20 pmJFK - SHA
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2610:00 pmSHA - JFK
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,312
Mon 7/156:00 amEWR - PVG
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/174:00 pmPVG - EWR
3 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,330
Mon 7/158:25 pmEWR - PVG
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/174:00 pmPVG - EWR
3 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,381
Sun 6/1612:30 amJFK - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2712:55 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,400
Mon 7/156:00 amEWR - PVG
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/174:00 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,401
Thu 6/61:25 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/94:20 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,402
Fri 6/71:15 amEWR - PVG
1 stop41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/193:50 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,413
Mon 6/1712:30 amJFK - PVG
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/2511:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,429
Mon 7/1510:30 amLGA - PVG
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/174:00 pmPVG - LGA
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,430

Shanghai, China 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Shanghai in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Shanghai in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 11/261:45 amJFK - PVG
1 stop25h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 2/54:55 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop43h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,040
Sun 9/81:25 amJFK - PVG
1 stop29h 00mEVA Air
Wed 9/251:10 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 6/6$1,041
Mon 9/91:25 amJFK - PVG
1 stop29h 00mEVA Air
Mon 9/301:10 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 6/6$1,043
Sun 9/81:25 amJFK - PVG
1 stop22h 40mEVA Air
Tue 11/261:15 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 6/6$1,046
Wed 11/278:15 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops37h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/412:10 amPVG - JFK
2 stops48h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,056
Sat 9/281:40 amJFK - PVG
1 stop24h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 10/164:00 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop43h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,072
Tue 9/171:20 amJFK - PVG
1 stop29h 15mChina Airlines
Thu 10/312:05 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,075
Wed 9/181:25 amJFK - PVG
1 stop22h 40mEVA Air
Wed 10/301:15 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 6/6$1,076
Sun 9/11:25 amJFK - PVG
1 stop29h 00mEVA Air
Tue 10/11:10 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop20h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 6/7$1,077

Flights to Shanghai, China departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Shanghai, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data was last updated on June 7, 2024.
Browse through available last-minute flights traveling to Shanghai. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Wed 6/196:20 pmJFK - SHA
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2610:00 pmSHA - JFK
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,312
Sun 6/1612:30 amJFK - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2712:55 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,400
Mon 6/1712:30 amJFK - PVG
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/2511:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,429
Sun 6/1612:30 amJFK - PVG
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2710:05 amPVG - JFK
3 stops47h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,441
Wed 6/196:20 pmJFK - SHA
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1010:00 pmSHA - JFK
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,441
Wed 6/1212:30 amJFK - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2012:55 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,457
Mon 6/1712:30 amJFK - PVG
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/2412:35 amPVG - JFK
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,476
Wed 6/1212:30 amJFK - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2712:55 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,485
Mon 6/1712:30 amJFK - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/259:30 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,487

One-way flights to Shanghai, China

Explore one-way flight options to Shanghai for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data was last updated on June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Shanghai in the near future. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to Shanghai instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 9/611:55 pmJFK - PVG
3 stops56h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$539
Tue 9/171:30 amJFK - PVG
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$553
Tue 9/171:30 amJFK - SHA
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$554
Tue 10/811:55 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$556
Fri 9/61:30 amJFK - PVG
3 stops55h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$557
Mon 8/2611:55 pmJFK - PVG
3 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$568
Tue 9/31:30 amJFK - PVG
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$582
Sat 9/143:45 pmJFK - SHA
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$584
Sat 9/71:40 amJFK - PVG
1 stop24h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/5$585

Find flights to Shanghai within your budget

Locate flights to Shanghai that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,048,502 searches and data was last updated on June 7, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$1,040 - $1,398

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/26

1 stop25h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/5

1 stop43h 20m

$1,040

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/8

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/25

1 stop20h 55m

$1,041

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/27

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

2 stops48h 05m

$1,056

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/25

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/22

1 stop20h 55m

$1,099

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/30

1 stop28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/15

1 stop24h 20m

$1,195

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Pu Dong

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/26

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/17

1 stop20h 35m

$1,212

NewarkShanghai Pu Dong

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 10/1

2 stops28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/11

2 stops27h 05m

$1,240

NewarkShanghai Pu Dong

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Wed 10/30

2 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/6

1 stop29h 50m

$1,321

New York John F Kennedy IntlShanghai Hongqiao Intl

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/25

1 stop28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/16

1 stop28h 40m

$1,398

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Best time to book a flight to Shanghai

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Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Wednesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated June 7, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with XiamenAir, Air China and Undisclosed Carrier to Shanghai have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

ANA
8.5
Very good
905 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
564 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,487 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Once known as a city of decadence in the 1920s and 1930s, Shanghai has evolved to become one of China’s busiest financial and tourism ports. Often the inspiration of sinful novels and creative cocktails, Shanghai is more a figment of one’s imagination than a real city. But travelers booking flights to Shanghai will soon discover why Time magazine named it the “world’s most happening city.”

Stand in Shanghai’s city center and let the massive steel skyscrapers, alluring restaurants and bars, and electric lights captivate you. Only on your flight to Shanghai will you experience a bit of quiet and calm. Once you arrive in Shanghai, the city will entice you to engage in a little excitement and adventure, all along the backdrop of Asian influence.

Shanghai is full of surprises. A flight to Shanghai will be the first of many exciting adventures tourists will happen upon in the world’s largest city. Constantly evolving and ever-changing, Shanghai embraces excitement and exudes sophistication. Book a cheap flight to Shanghai and within minutes of landing, China’s richest city will leave you wanting more.

  • What does SHA mean?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG).

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Japan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Shanghai?

    A round-trip flight to Shanghai will typically cost around $200, however they can be found for as little as $108.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Seattle/Tacoma Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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