What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alabama to Shanghai?

Air China, Delta, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Alabama to Shanghai

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Alabama to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Birmingham and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 20m on average. Another popular route from Alabama to Shanghai is flying from Montgomery to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 27h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Alabama to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Shanghai?

As of July 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Alabama to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Shanghai?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alabama to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$476 Cheap Flights from Alabama to Shanghai in 2026

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7:10 pm - 4:20 pm

ATL

PVG

33h 10m

1 stop

6:50 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 05m

1 stop

$958Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8

7:10 pm - 4:20 pm

ATL

PVG

33h 10m

1 stop

6:10 pm - 3:15 pm

PVG

ATL

34h 05m

1 stop

$961Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Dec 10

3:05 pm - 6:25 am

ATL

PVG

27h 20m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 8:45 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 50m

1 stop

$1,000Turkish Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

10:50 pm - 5:10 pm

ATL

PVG

29h 20m

1 stop

9:55 am - 7:45 pm

PVG

ATL

46h 50m

1 stop

$1,000Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

1:35 pm - 12:25 pm

ATL

PVG

34h 50m

1 stop

8:50 am - 9:35 am

PVG

ATL

36h 45m

1 stop

$1,035Korean Air

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1

11:35 am - 8:10 pm

ATL

PVG

20h 35m

1 stop

8:50 am - 9:35 am

PVG

ATL

36h 45m

1 stop

$1,053Korean Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17

9:30 pm - 10:05 am

ATL

PVG

24h 35m

1 stop

6:15 pm - 3:50 pm

PVG

ATL

34h 35m

1 stop

$1,092Etihad Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Dec 9

9:20 pm - 9:15 am

ATL

PVG

22h 55m

1 stop

6:15 pm - 3:50 pm

PVG

ATL

34h 35m

1 stop

$1,092Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 25

8:20 am - 3:20 pm

ATL

PVG

19h 00m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 8:24 am

PVG

ATL

27h 04m

2 stops

$1,103American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 4:50 pm

ATL

PVG

21h 50m

1 stop

6:50 pm - 11:46 pm

PVG

ATL

17h 56m

1 stop

$1,104American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23

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Air China flights from Alabama to Shanghai

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Air China

Oct 14

ATL7:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

27h 40m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 31

SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 22m

2 stops

ATL5:07 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,213

Air China

Oct 14

ATL7:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

39h 55m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 3

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 37m

2 stops

ATL5:07 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,232

Air China

Oct 14

ATL7:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

27h 40m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 30

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 32m

2 stops

ATL5:02 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,282

Japan Airlines flights from Alabama to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Aug 12

HSV6:24 amHuntsville

39h 56m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 9

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

48h 39m

2 stops

HSV12:24 amHuntsville

$1,314

Japan Airlines

Aug 31

BHM6:30 amBirmingham

39h 50m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 30

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 55m

2 stops

BHM2:40 pmBirmingham

$1,339

Japan Airlines

Oct 1

BHM5:20 amBirmingham

25h 25m

2 stops

PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 5

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 39m

2 stops

BHM2:39 pmBirmingham

$1,488

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/23

7:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/8

6:50 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$958

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/19

7:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/10

6:10 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$961

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/17

3:05 pm-6:25 am

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/25

10:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,000

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/5

10:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

9:55 am-7:45 pm

1 stop46h 50m

$1,000

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/16

1:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/1

8:50 am-9:35 am

1 stop36h 45m

$1,035

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/1

11:35 am-8:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

8:50 am-9:35 am

1 stop36h 45m

$1,053

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/14

9:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/9

6:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,092

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/2

9:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/25

6:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,092

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/1

8:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

5:20 pm-8:24 am

2 stops27h 04m

$1,103

Quickest round-trip

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/2

6:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/23

6:50 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$1,104

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Alabama is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Alabama averaging around $1,057.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Alabama to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Alabama to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Shanghai?
As of July 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Alabama to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alabama to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Alabama to Shanghai

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,843 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,490 reviews		Search Delta flights

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