Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai from $449

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7:30 am - 1:25 amMSP-PVG
28h 55m2 stops
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9:55 am - 8:26 amPVG-MSP
35h 31m3 stops
Mon, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 3
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2:00 pm - 2:30 pmMSP-PVG
35h 30m3 stops
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1:10 pm - 8:26 amPVG-MSP
32h 16m3 stops
$1,012
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Mon, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 3
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5:46 pm - 12:05 pmMSP-SHA
29h 19m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 9:45 pmSHA-MSP
36h 15m2 stops
$1,097Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 20
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8:45 am - 12:20 pmMSP-SHA
37h 35m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 5:29 pmSHA-MSP
38h 54m2 stops
$1,126Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
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6:15 am - 2:50 pmMSP-PVG
19h 35m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 9:45 pmPVG-MSP
17h 45m1 stop
$1,167American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 25
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5:54 pm - 2:50 pmMSP-PVG
31h 56m2 stops
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5:00 pm - 9:08 amPVG-MSP
29h 08m2 stops
$1,171American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 25
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7:53 pm - 6:35 pmMSP-PVG
33h 42m2 stops
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12:05 pm - 1:52 pmPVG-MSP
39h 47m2 stops
$1,183China Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Nov 3
China Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 6:35 pmMSP-PVG
47h 30m2 stops
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7:50 pm - 2:06 pmPVG-MSP
31h 16m2 stops
$1,193China Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 14
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8:00 am - 12:15 pmMSP-SHA
39h 15m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 12:11 pmSHA-MSP
35h 36m2 stops
$1,346ANA
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Sun, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 21
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8:00 am - 12:15 pmMSP-SHA
39h 15m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 11:15 pmSHA-MSP
46h 40m2 stops
$1,352ANA
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Sun, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 20

American Airlines flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Our best American Airlines deals on Minneapolis to Shanghai flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 4
MSP5:45 pmMinneapolis St Paul
32h 05m
2 stops
PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 17
PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 21m
1 stop
MSP9:21 pmMinneapolis St Paul
American Airlines
Sep 20
MSP6:15 amMinneapolis St Paul
19h 35m
1 stop
PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 25
PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 45m
1 stop
MSP9:45 pmMinneapolis St Paul
American Airlines
Sep 20
MSP5:54 pmMinneapolis St Paul
31h 56m
2 stops
PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 25
PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
29h 08m
2 stops
MSP9:08 amMinneapolis St Paul

Cathay Pacific flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Minneapolis to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 29
MSP5:46 pmMinneapolis St Paul
29h 19m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 20
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 15m
2 stops
MSP9:45 pmMinneapolis St Paul
Cathay Pacific
Nov 25
MSP8:45 amMinneapolis St Paul
37h 35m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 2
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 54m
2 stops
MSP5:29 pmMinneapolis St Paul
Cathay Pacific
Sep 29
MSP5:46 pmMinneapolis St Paul
33h 39m
2 stops
PVG4:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 3
PVG9:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
26h 00m
2 stops
MSP9:30 pmMinneapolis St Paul

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MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/29

7:30 am-1:25 am

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

9:55 am-8:26 am

3 stops35h 31m

$960

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/29

2:00 pm-2:30 pm

3 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

1:10 pm-8:26 am

3 stops32h 16m

$1,012

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/29

5:46 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/20

10:30 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,097

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/25

8:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/2

4:35 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops38h 54m

$1,126

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/20

6:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/25

5:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,167

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/20

5:54 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops31h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/25

5:00 pm-9:08 am

2 stops29h 08m

$1,171

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/29

7:53 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops33h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/3

12:05 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops39h 47m

$1,183

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

6:05 am-6:35 pm

2 stops47h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

7:50 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$1,193

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

8:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/21

1:35 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$1,346

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

8:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/20

1:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops46h 40m

$1,352

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Minneapolis is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,335, 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 Minneapolis averaging around $1,342.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,708. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Minneapolis to Shanghai for around $2,062.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Minneapolis to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at noon for as low as $1,345. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,012.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Minneapolis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,709 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Minneapolis for as low as $1,288 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Minneapolis to Shanghai.
  • How far is Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai by plane?

    Shanghai is 6732.6 mi away from Minneapolis St Paul. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $966Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,287Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,972 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,288Free CancellationRating
8.4
947 reviews
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