What airlines fly to Shanghai?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Missouri according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Missouri to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Kansas City and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 18h 30m on average. Another popular route from Missouri to Shanghai is flying from St. Louis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 18h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Delta, Japan Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Missouri to Shanghai

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Missouri to Shanghai is 4 as of October 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Missouri 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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8:42 am - 11:05 amSTL-PVG

37h 23m2 stops

8:30 am - 11:49 pmPVG-STL

28h 19m2 stops

$1,006Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30

6:20 am - 11:55 pmSTL-PVG

27h 35m2 stops

12:20 pm - 10:29 pmPVG-STL

23h 09m2 stops

$1,010Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Dec 30 - Tue, Apr 7

7:00 am - 4:25 pmSGF-PVG

20h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:26 pmPVG-SGF

18h 01m1 stop

$1,058American Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

6:40 am - 3:20 pmSTL-PVG

18h 40m1 stop

5:30 pm - 8:47 pmPVG-STL

17h 17m1 stop

$1,058Delta

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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 4

6:58 pm - 3:20 pmSGF-PVG

30h 22m2 stops

5:30 pm - 10:53 amPVG-SGF

31h 23m2 stops

$1,062Delta

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Sun, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 13

5:07 pm - 6:45 pmSGF-PVG

35h 38m2 stops

1:30 pm - 7:54 pmPVG-SGF

20h 24m2 stops

$1,075United Airlines

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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 25

7:00 am - 5:05 pmSTL-PVG

44h 05m2 stops

1:25 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-STL

24h 34m2 stops

$1,097Japan Airlines

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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 13

1:43 pm - 7:30 pmSTL-PVG

39h 47m2 stops

6:40 pm - 1:47 pmPVG-STL

33h 07m2 stops

$1,113Japan Airlines

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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 11

5:17 am - 4:25 pmSTL-PVG

21h 08m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:59 pmPVG-STL

18h 34m1 stop

$1,125American Airlines

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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

5:07 pm - 6:45 pmSGF-PVG

36h 38m2 stops

1:30 pm - 8:51 pmPVG-SGF

21h 21m2 stops

$1,389United Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4

Cathay Pacific flights from Missouri to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 23

STL8:42 amLambert-St Louis

37h 23m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 30

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

28h 19m

2 stops

STL11:49 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,006

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 1

STL6:44 pmLambert-St Louis

28h 46m

2 stops

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 6

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 49m

2 stops

STL10:24 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,044

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Nov 17

STL8:39 amLambert-St Louis

45h 36m

2 stops

PVG8:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 4

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

24h 36m

2 stops

STL7:06 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,049

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Japan Airlines flights from Missouri to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Dec 9

STL7:00 amLambert-St Louis

44h 05m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 13

PVG1:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

24h 34m

2 stops

STL11:59 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,097

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Japan Airlines

Dec 10

STL1:43 pmLambert-St Louis

39h 47m

2 stops

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 11

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

33h 07m

2 stops

STL1:47 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,113

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Japan Airlines

Dec 10

STL5:15 amLambert-St Louis

45h 50m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 11

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

32h 23m

2 stops

STL1:03 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,116

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St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/23

8:42 am-11:05 am

2 stops37h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

8:30 am-11:49 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$1,006

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/30

6:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/7

12:20 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$1,010

SpringfieldShanghai

SGF - PVG

SGFPVG

Springfield-Branson

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

6:25 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$1,058

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/17

6:40 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

5:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$1,058

SpringfieldShanghai

SGF - PVG

SGFPVG

Springfield-Branson

Sun 11/9

6:58 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/13

5:30 pm-10:53 am

2 stops31h 23m

$1,062

SpringfieldShanghai

SGF - PVG

SGFPVG

Springfield-Branson

Sat 11/15

5:07 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops35h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/25

1:30 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$1,075

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/13

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$1,097

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

1:43 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops39h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

6:40 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops33h 07m

$1,113

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/20

5:17 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,125

SpringfieldShanghai

SGF - PVG

SGFPVG

Springfield-Branson

Tue 10/28

5:07 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops36h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

1:30 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops21h 21m

$1,389

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Missouri is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,233, 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 Missouri averaging around $1,255.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,681. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Missouri to Shanghai for around $2,154.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Missouri to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,730. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,827.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Missouri to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Missouri to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Missouri to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Missouri to Shanghai is 4 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Missouri to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Missouri 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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Delta	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,961 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,929 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,535	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,573 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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