Cheap flights from Philadelphia to China from $500

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6:00 am - 1:45 pmPHL-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 11:19 pmPVG-PHL
19h 34m1 stop
$1,013Delta
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Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Oct 3
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6:00 am - 1:45 pmPHL-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 11:19 pmPVG-PHL
19h 34m1 stop
$1,014Delta
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6:00 am - 3:25 pmPHL-PVG
21h 25m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 10:34 amPVG-PHL
29h 04m2 stops
$1,018Delta
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 27
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9:39 am - 1:45 pmPHL-PVG
40h 06m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 11:19 pmPVG-PHL
19h 34m1 stop
$1,019Delta
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Sun, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 26
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5:23 pm - 5:55 amPHL-CAN
24h 32m1 stop
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9:30 pm - 7:05 amCAN-PHL
21h 35m1 stop
$1,280China Southern
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Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 5
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5:23 pm - 5:55 amPHL-CAN
24h 32m1 stop
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9:30 pm - 9:24 amCAN-PHL
23h 54m1 stop
$1,296China Southern
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Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Aug 24
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6:15 am - 6:45 pmPHL-PVG
23h 30m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 7:41 pmPVG-PHL
19h 11m1 stop
$1,300United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
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6:30 pm - 7:55 amPHL-PVG
25h 25m1 stop
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10:55 am - 5:15 pmPVG-PHL
42h 20m1 stop
$1,302British Airways
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6:34 am - 5:45 pmPHL-PVG
23h 11m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 5:18 amPVG-PHL
27h 48m1 stop
$1,303United Airlines
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5:00 am - 2:50 pmPHL-PVG
21h 50m1 stop
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6:10 pm - 10:56 pmPVG-PHL
17h 46m1 stop
$1,316American Airlines
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Japan Airlines flights from Philadelphia to China

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Philadelphia to China flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Aug 7
PHL10:41 amPhiladelphia
37h 49m
2 stops
CAN12:30 pmGuangzhou Baiyun
Aug 23
CAN2:10 pmGuangzhou Baiyun
36h 23m
2 stops
PHL2:33 pmPhiladelphia
Japan Airlines
Aug 11
PHL9:15 pmPhiladelphia
26h 10m
2 stops
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 9
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 57m
2 stops
PHL2:47 pmPhiladelphia
Japan Airlines
Aug 11
PHL9:15 pmPhiladelphia
26h 10m
2 stops
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 9
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 57m
2 stops
PHL2:47 pmPhiladelphia

Korean Air flights from Philadelphia to China

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Korean Air
Sep 12
PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia
27h 30m
2 stops
PEK9:30 pmBeijing Capital
Sep 18
PEK1:30 amBeijing Capital
34h 25m
2 stops
PHL11:55 pmPhiladelphia
Korean Air
Sep 10
PHL6:50 pmPhiladelphia
34h 15m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 28
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 27m
2 stops
PHL4:52 pmPhiladelphia

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

3:45 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$1,013

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/1

3:45 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$1,014

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/27

5:30 pm-10:34 am

2 stops29h 04m

$1,018

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sun 9/7

9:39 am-1:45 pm

1 stop40h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

3:45 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$1,019

PhiladelphiaGuangzhou

PHL - CAN

PHLCAN

Philadelphia

Fri 8/29

5:23 pm-5:55 am

1 stop24h 32m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 9/5

9:30 pm-7:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

$1,280

PhiladelphiaGuangzhou

PHL - CAN

PHLCAN

Philadelphia

Sun 8/17

5:23 pm-5:55 am

1 stop24h 32m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 8/24

9:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop23h 54m

$1,296

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 12/2

6:15 am-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/16

1:30 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop19h 11m

$1,300

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 10/4

6:30 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

10:55 am-5:15 pm

1 stop42h 20m

$1,302

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sun 10/5

6:34 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

1:30 pm-5:18 am

1 stop27h 48m

$1,303

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 10/24

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/21

6:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 46m

$1,316

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to China

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,247. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to China from Philadelphia during April instead. Flights to China in April, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,339.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,590. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Friday is $1,744.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Philadelphia to China flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to China at noon for as low as $1,522. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,679 on average. Flights to China from Philadelphia in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,590 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Philadelphia for as low as $1,417 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to China flight.

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Best Price Found

$500

Fastest flight time

19h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in China

5 airports
The best one-way flight to China from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $500. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,013.
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to China takes 19h 45m
There are no direct flights from Philadelphia to China. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Philadelphia Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, Philadelphia Airport - Beijing Capital Airport and Philadelphia Airport - Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.
There are 5 airports near China: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Beijing Capital (PEK), Fuzhou (FOC), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to China?

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to China refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to China?

    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 Philadelphia Airport to China.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China 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 China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to China

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $957Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $980Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,249Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,250Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,302Free CancellationRating
8.4
922 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,488Free CancellationRating
7.6
104 reviews
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