What airlines fly to Shanghai?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Alabama according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Korean Air is the most popular carrier 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 20h 05m on average. Another popular route from Alabama to Shanghai is flying from Huntsville to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 20h 27m. 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 November 2025, there are 6 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.

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10:20 am - 10:05 amATL-PVG

34h 45m2 stops

8:25 am - 8:58 pmPVG-ATL

25h 33m2 stops

$854Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 4

4:15 pm - 4:50 pmATL-SHA

35h 35m3 stops

6:10 pm - 7:12 amSHA-ATL

26h 02m3 stops

$887Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 12

9:20 pm - 12:50 pmATL-PVG

26h 30m1 stop

2:00 pm - 3:50 pmPVG-ATL

38h 50m1 stop

$992Etihad Airways

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Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23

9:20 pm - 12:50 pmATL-PVG

26h 30m1 stop

3:00 pm - 4:20 pmPVG-ATL

37h 20m1 stop

$993Etihad Airways

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Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 31

9:50 pm - 5:10 pmATL-PVG

30h 20m1 stop

11:05 pm - 8:45 pmPVG-ATL

33h 40m1 stop

$1,029Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Mar 13

6:15 am - 3:20 pmBHM-PVG

20h 05m1 stop

10:15 am - 8:59 pmPVG-BHM

23h 44m1 stop

$1,046Delta

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Sun, Apr 12 - Wed, Apr 15

9:50 pm - 5:10 pmATL-PVG

30h 20m1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:45 pmPVG-ATL

33h 40m1 stop

$1,047Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 6

7:35 pm - 2:40 pmATL-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

11:35 pm - 3:15 pmPVG-ATL

28h 40m1 stop

$1,048Qatar Airways

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Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 2

1:32 pm - 3:50 pmHSV-PVG

36h 18m2 stops

5:30 pm - 8:05 amPVG-HSV

28h 35m2 stops

$1,050Delta

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Sat, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 26

7:35 pm - 2:40 pmATL-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

11:35 pm - 3:15 pmPVG-ATL

28h 40m1 stop

$1,050Qatar Airways

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Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 2

ATL3:55 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

31h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 30

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 28m

2 stops

ATL4:48 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Mar 2

ATL3:55 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

31h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 16

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

54h 18m

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ATL4:48 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Mar 15

ATL5:38 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

54h 42m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 25

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 13m

2 stops

ATL4:48 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,136

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Japan Airlines

Jan 12

ATL6:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

40h 45m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 17m

2 stops

ATL4:27 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Jan 18

ATL11:05 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

35h 40m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 17m

2 stops

ATL4:27 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,353

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Nov 14

ATL7:16 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

39h 29m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 23

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 11m

2 stops

ATL4:21 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$8,089

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ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/11

10:20 am-10:05 am

2 stops34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

8:25 am-8:58 pm

2 stops25h 33m

$854

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/27

4:15 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops35h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/12

6:10 pm-7:12 am

3 stops26h 02m

$887

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/15

9:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/23

2:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop38h 50m

$992

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/1

9:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

3:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$993

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 2/2

9:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/13

11:05 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,029

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Sun 4/12

6:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

10:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$1,046

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/1

9:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/6

11:05 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,047

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/1

7:35 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$1,048

HuntsvilleShanghai

HSV - PVG

HSVPVG

Huntsville

Sat 11/22

1:32 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops36h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/26

5:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops28h 35m

$1,050

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 2/9

7:35 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/23

11:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$1,050

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Alabama is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,128, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Alabama averaging around $1,145.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,558. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Alabama to Shanghai for around $2,981.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Alabama to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $1,874. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,678.

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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 November 2025, there are 6 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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Delta	PriceFrom $526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,004 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,012 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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