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

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

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Missouri to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of St. Louis and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 35m on average. Another popular route from Missouri to Shanghai is flying from Kansas City to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 24h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 36% 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.

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 September 2026.

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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4:42 pm - 9:55 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 13m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

36h 29m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,021Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Nov 19

7:00 am - 9:55 pmMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:10 pm - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

24h 49m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,040Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

6:45 am - 3:15 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:00 am - 4:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

20h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,220Delta

Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 21

7:30 am - 7:55 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:00 am - 11:39 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

27h 39m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,224Delta

Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 21

9:11 am - 11:55 pmMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:10 am - 5:56 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

24h 46m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,292Cathay Pacific

Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 29

5:30 am - 5:25 pmSGF Springfield-Branson-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 55m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

12:10 pm - 8:40 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SGF Springfield-Branson

21h 30m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,300United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

8:00 am - 6:45 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 45m1 stop San Francisco

1:10 pm - 10:02 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

34h 52m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,300United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

7:26 am - 12:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:30 pm - 11:59 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

39h 29m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,328Cathay Pacific

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15

6:32 am - 3:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 10:51 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

29h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,343American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

5:40 am - 3:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 6:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

36h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,345American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

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7:00 am - 10:05 amMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

38h 05m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

36h 29m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,019Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Nov 15

7:00 am - 3:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 11:43 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,042American Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29

6:15 am - 7:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:55 am - 5:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

20h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,046Delta

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29

6:15 am - 7:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:55 am - 11:42 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

26h 47m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,046Delta

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29

5:43 am - 3:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 11:43 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,092American Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16

5:00 am - 3:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 11:43 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,096American Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16

7:00 am - 8:55 pmMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

11:35 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

26h 24m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,146Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Nov 16

7:26 am - 5:15 pmMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 49m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

1:10 pm - 11:48 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

24h 38m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,180China Eastern

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Nov 16

6:30 am - 3:25 pmMCI Kansas City-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7:20 pm - 11:48 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MCI Kansas City

18h 28m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,237Delta

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 12:05 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

1:20 pm - 8:44 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis

44h 24m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,782Cathay Pacific

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16

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Japan Airlines flights from Missouri to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Oct 14

STL7:29 amLambert-St Louis

38h 51m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 28

SHA1:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 48m

2 stops

STL4:53 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,372

Japan Airlines

Nov 17

STL7:26 amLambert-St Louis

38h 19m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 24

SHA1:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 39m

2 stops

STL4:44 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,397

Japan Airlines

Oct 12

STL11:31 amLambert-St Louis

34h 49m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 22

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 08m

2 stops

STL4:53 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,426

United Airlines flights from Missouri to Shanghai

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United Airlines

Nov 17

STL8:00 amLambert-St Louis

20h 45m

1 stop

PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 24

PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 52m

2 stops

STL10:02 amLambert-St Louis

$1,300

United Airlines

Nov 1

MCI4:00 pmKansas City

36h 55m

1 stop

PVG6:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 14

PVG8:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

33h 16m

2 stops

MCI4:11 pmKansas City

$1,335

United Airlines

Nov 5

MCI7:00 amKansas City

21h 45m

1 stop

PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 9

PVG8:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

39h 35m

2 stops

MCI10:30 pmKansas City

$2,207

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St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/23

4:42 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops40h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/19

1:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops36h 29m

$1,021

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI Kansas City - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Sun 11/1

7:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/14

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 49m

$1,040

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St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/5

6:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/21

10:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,220

St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/5

7:30 am-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/21

10:00 am-11:39 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$1,224

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI Kansas City - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 1/25

9:11 am-11:55 pm

2 stops24h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/29

7:10 am-5:56 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,292

SpringfieldShanghai

SGF Springfield-Branson - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SGFPVG

Springfield-Branson

Thu 10/1

5:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

12:10 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$1,300

St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/17

8:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/24

1:10 pm-10:02 am

2 stops34h 52m

$1,300

St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/10

7:26 am-12:20 pm

2 stops38h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/15

10:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops39h 29m

$1,328

St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/14

6:32 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

6:50 pm-10:51 am

2 stops29h 01m

$1,343

St. LouisShanghai

STL Lambert-St Louis - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/14

5:40 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

6:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$1,345

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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 $1,086, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Missouri averaging around $1,219.

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The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Missouri in the past 72 hours is $507. The best round-trip flight deal from Missouri to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,021.

The fastest flight from Missouri to Shanghai takes 24h 35m

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The number of operators available for flights from Missouri to Shanghai is 4 as of September 2026.
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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United Airlines	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,208 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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