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

Qatar Airways and ANA are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Philadelphia according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 15 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 Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia 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.

$588 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

9:30 pm - 4:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:35 pm - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$898Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 10

9:30 pm - 4:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:35 pm - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$898Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Nov 18

10:05 am - 2:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 2:44 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

34h 09m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,308Air Canada

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Nov 11

1:15 pm - 12:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:40 pm - 12:13 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

35h 33m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,317ANA

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 13

6:55 pm - 5:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

1:30 pm - 9:52 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

33h 22m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,358United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 11

6:55 pm - 5:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

8:55 pm - 12:15 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,358United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Nov 18

3:25 pm - 2:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

6:10 pm - 2:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

32h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,361Air Canada

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Oct 19

6:00 am - 12:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 25m2 stops San Francisco Tokyo Haneda

1:40 pm - 12:13 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

35h 33m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,371ANA

Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10

9:35 am - 3:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:25 pm - 11:06 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,477Delta

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 14

7:05 am - 7:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 pm - 10:49 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

29h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$1,477Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 13

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

6:25 am - 12:45 amPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:50 am - 2:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

24h 30m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,247ANA

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

10:34 am - 12:45 amPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:50 am - 2:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

24h 30m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,253ANA

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

10:34 am - 12:45 amPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:50 am - 2:43 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

24h 53m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,407ANA

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 23

7:00 am - 3:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 12:22 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

19h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,424American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10

5:00 am - 3:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 12:22 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

19h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,424American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

9:33 am - 11:20 amPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

12:45 pm - 4:43 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

39h 58m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,462Japan Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

7:45 pm - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

10:30 pm - 12:22 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

37h 52m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,493Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10

6:05 am - 3:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:30 pm - 5:50 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

24h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,580Delta

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 24

6:05 am - 7:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 pm - 5:50 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

24h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,584Delta

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 24

4:20 pm - 4:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:55 pm - 3:41 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

35h 46m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$7,655Air Canada

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Air China flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Sep 29

PHL10:40 amPhiladelphia

36h 15m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 10

SHA11:30 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 01m

2 stops

PHL11:31 pmPhiladelphia

$1,462

Air China

Sep 22

PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia

36h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 13

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

PHL11:30 pmPhiladelphia

$1,493

Air China

Sep 22

PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia

36h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 13

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

PHL11:30 pmPhiladelphia

$1,498

ANA flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA

Sep 1

PHL6:25 amPhiladelphia

30h 20m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 8

PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

24h 30m

2 stops

PHL2:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,247

ANA

Sep 1

PHL10:34 amPhiladelphia

26h 11m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 9

PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

24h 30m

2 stops

PHL2:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,253

ANA

Sep 5

PHL8:20 amPhiladelphia

28h 25m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 4

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

42h 18m

2 stops

PHL2:43 pmPhiladelphia

$1,303

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

9:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/10

11:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$898

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/30

9:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

11:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$898

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/30

10:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

5:35 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops34h 09m

$1,308

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Thu 12/3

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/13

1:40 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,317

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 10/21

6:55 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops34h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

1:30 pm-9:52 am

2 stops33h 22m

$1,358

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/30

6:55 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops34h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

8:55 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$1,358

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 9/17

3:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/19

6:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$1,361

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Wed 11/25

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/10

1:40 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,371

Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 9/26

9:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/14

6:25 pm-11:06 am

2 stops28h 41m

$1,477

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 9/25

7:05 am-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/13

5:30 pm-10:49 am

2 stops29h 19m

$1,477

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Philadelphia is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,162, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $1,241.

Cheap Philadelphia to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Best Price Found	$588
Fastest flight time	25h 53m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $588. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $898.

The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai takes 25h 53m

There are no direct flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Philadelphia to Shanghai.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

How far is Philadelphia to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Philadelphia to Shanghai is 7400.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 25h 53m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia 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.

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,537 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,139 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,016 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,306 reviews	Search ANA flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,345	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,466 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,556 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai for you.

Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from Philadelphia which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Philadelphia to Shanghai flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Shanghai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Tue 9/29

Tue 10/6

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to China

Nearby airports

Airlines

Other China destinations

Other flights from Philadelphia

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai from $588

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai departing on 10/21. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Air China flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai that are best for you.

See travel insights to Shanghai from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

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

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cheap Philadelphia to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai with momondo

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Shanghai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to China

Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 18.9 mi from Shanghai

Fly your favorite airline to Shanghai

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Popular cities in China

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from Philadelphia

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Shanghai

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year