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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai from $540

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10:10 pm - 7:55 am
PHL
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PVG
21h 45m
1 stop
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11:00 am - 12:10 pm
PVG
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PHL
37h 10m
1 stop
$1,218Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 24
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8:25 am - 8:10 pm
PHL
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PVG
23h 45m
2 stops
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2:00 pm - 11:40 pm
PVG
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PHL
22h 40m
2 stops
$1,221Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:28 am - 12:55 pm
PHL
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PVG
40h 27m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 6:04 pm
PVG
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PHL
39h 04m
2 stops
$1,283Etihad Airways
Mon, Jun 15 - Sun, Sep 13
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8:28 am - 12:55 pm
PHL
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PVG
40h 27m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 6:04 pm
PVG
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PHL
39h 04m
2 stops
$1,313Etihad Airways
Mon, Jun 15 - Wed, Sep 16
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8:30 pm - 4:20 pm
PHL
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PVG
31h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 9:00 am
PVG
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PHL
26h 20m
1 stop
$1,314Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 23
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8:30 pm - 4:20 pm
PHL
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PVG
31h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:10 pm - 9:00 am
PVG
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PHL
27h 50m
1 stop
$1,315Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Dec 23
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10:05 am - 2:05 pm
PHL
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PVG
40h 00m
2 stops
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6:10 pm - 2:15 pm
PVG
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PHL
32h 05m
2 stops
$1,319Air Canada
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 29
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3:25 pm - 2:05 pm
PHL
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PVG
34h 40m
2 stops
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5:35 pm - 2:47 pm
PVG
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PHL
34h 12m
2 stops
$1,322Air Canada
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 8
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11:39 am - 12:15 pm
PHL
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SHA
36h 36m
2 stops
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1:40 pm - 5:22 pm
SHA
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PHL
39h 42m
2 stops
$1,392ANA
Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:31 pm - 12:15 pm
PHL
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SHA
34h 44m
2 stops
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1:40 pm - 9:20 pm
SHA
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PHL
44h 40m
2 stops
$1,398ANA
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Dec 23

Cathay Pacific flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Apr 29
PHL3:43 pmPhiladelphia
31h 22m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 20
PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
25h 38m
2 stops
PHL8:58 pmPhiladelphia
$1,378
Cathay Pacific
Apr 29
PHL5:37 pmPhiladelphia
29h 28m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 28
PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
28h 30m
2 stops
PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia
$1,388
Cathay Pacific
Sep 29
PHL5:45 pmPhiladelphia
30h 20m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 21
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
46h 59m
2 stops
PHL12:19 amPhiladelphia
$1,522

Air China flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Oct 2
PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia
35h 30m
2 stops
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 23
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 56m
2 stops
PHL11:21 pmPhiladelphia
$2,191
Air China
May 8
PHL7:45 pmPhiladelphia
28h 10m
2 stops
SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 27
SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 34m
2 stops
PHL1:29 amPhiladelphia
$2,247
Air China
May 6
PHL8:05 amPhiladelphia
26h 35m
2 stops
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 27
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 34m
2 stops
PHL1:29 amPhiladelphia
$2,449

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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 6/10

10:10 pm-7:55 am

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/24

11:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$1,218
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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/15

8:25 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/23

2:00 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$1,221

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 6/15

8:28 am-12:55 pm

2 stops40h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/13

3:00 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops39h 04m

$1,283

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 6/15

8:28 am-12:55 pm

2 stops40h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

3:00 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops39h 04m

$1,313

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

8:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/23

6:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

$1,314

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/15

8:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/23

6:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 50m

$1,315

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 9/12

10:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/29

6:10 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,319

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 9/12

3:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/8

5:35 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$1,322

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

11:39 am-12:15 pm

2 stops36h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/25

1:40 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops39h 42m

$1,392

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Tue 9/15

1:31 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 44m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/23

1:40 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,398

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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 $1,003, 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 $1,153.

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Fastest flight time

21h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai takes 21h 45m
There are no direct flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Philadelphia to Shanghai.
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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 21h 45m, 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.

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  • 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.

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DeltaPriceFrom $512Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,443 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $982Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,664 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $982Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,644 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,301Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,910 reviews
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