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

Turkish Airlines, 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 29h 31m on average. Another popular route from Alabama to Shanghai is flying from Huntsville to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 34h 20m. 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 May 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.

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4:34 pm - 11:05 am

BHM

PVG

29h 31m

2 stops

8:35 am - 9:52 pm

PVG

BHM

26h 17m

2 stops

$1,213Cathay Pacific

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 30

11:40 pm - 5:05 pm

ATL

SHA

29h 25m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:55 am

SHA

ATL

28h 30m

1 stop

$1,225Korean Air

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Nov 24

7:10 pm - 4:20 pm

ATL

PVG

33h 10m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 15m

1 stop

$1,230Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 23

7:10 pm - 10:35 pm

ATL

PVG

39h 25m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 15m

1 stop

$1,233Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 23

9:50 pm - 6:25 am

ATL

PVG

44h 35m

1 stop

7:55 am - 7:45 pm

PVG

ATL

47h 50m

1 stop

$1,237Turkish Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

4:34 pm - 4:40 pm

ATL

PVG

60h 06m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 15m

1 stop

$1,246Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

3:05 pm - 6:25 am

ATL

PVG

27h 20m

1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:45 pm

PVG

ATL

33h 40m

1 stop

$1,254Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Dec 17

9:25 am - 3:25 pm

ATL

PVG

18h 00m

1 stop

9:55 am - 8:09 pm

PVG

ATL

22h 14m

1 stop

$1,255Delta

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 27

10:45 pm - 7:50 pm

ATL

PVG

33h 05m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 8:34 am

PVG

ATL

27h 04m

2 stops

$1,260Delta

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26

12:20 pm - 11:05 am

BHM

PVG

33h 45m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 9:52 pm

PVG

BHM

39h 47m

2 stops

$1,263Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 30

Korean Air flights from Alabama to Shanghai

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Korean Air

Aug 26

ATL11:40 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

29h 25m

1 stop

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 24

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

ATL8:05 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,225

Korean Air

Aug 8

ATL1:35 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

18h 35m

1 stop

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 16

PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

38h 05m

1 stop

ATL9:55 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,258

Korean Air

Sep 6

ATL11:30 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

29h 35m

1 stop

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 16

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

ATL9:35 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,425

Cathay Pacific flights from Alabama to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 31

BHM4:34 pmBirmingham

29h 31m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 30

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 17m

2 stops

BHM9:52 pmBirmingham

$1,213

Cathay Pacific

Aug 31

BHM4:34 pmBirmingham

29h 31m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 30

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 55m

2 stops

BHM11:30 pmBirmingham

$1,258

Cathay Pacific

Aug 17

ATL5:53 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

30h 12m

2 stops

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Aug 26

PVG1:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

46h 24m

2 stops

ATL11:44 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,316

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BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Mon 8/31

4:34 pm-11:05 am

2 stops29h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

8:35 am-9:52 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,213

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/26

11:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/24

6:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

$1,225

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/2

7:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/23

6:40 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,230

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/2

7:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop39h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/23

6:40 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,233

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/12

9:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop44h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/20

7:55 am-7:45 pm

1 stop47h 50m

$1,237

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 6/9

4:34 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops60h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

6:40 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,246

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 8/4

3:05 pm-6:25 am

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/17

11:05 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,254

Quickest round-trip

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/27

9:25 am-3:25 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/27

9:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop22h 14m

$1,255

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 9/13

10:45 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/26

5:30 pm-8:34 am

2 stops27h 04m

$1,260

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Mon 8/31

12:20 pm-11:05 am

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

7:05 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops39h 47m

$1,263

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Alabama is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $563, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Alabama averaging around $570.

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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 May 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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,452 reviews		Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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