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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai from $397

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5:37 pm - 5:15 pmPHL-PVG
35h 38m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 5:55 amPVG-PHL
27h 25m2 stops
$1,003
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Mon, Sep 8 - Fri, Oct 3
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7:02 am - 8:55 pmPHL-PVG
24h 53m2 stops
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4:20 pm - 5:47 amPVG-PHL
26h 27m2 stops
$1,014
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 24
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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
$1,021Delta
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Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 3
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6:00 am - 3:25 pmPHL-PVG
21h 25m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 5:45 amPVG-PHL
24h 15m2 stops
$1,026Delta
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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 29
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5:00 am - 2:50 pmPHL-PVG
21h 50m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 9:28 amPVG-PHL
28h 28m2 stops
$1,029American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26
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1:03 pm - 12:35 amPHL-PVG
23h 32m2 stops
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2:30 am - 12:07 pmPVG-PHL
22h 37m2 stops
$1,221ANA
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Tue, Sep 9 - Mon, Dec 1
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10:05 am - 9:25 pmPHL-PVG
46h 20m2 stops
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2:30 am - 2:07 pmPVG-PHL
24h 37m2 stops
$1,258ANA
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Dec 1
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6:25 am - 6:45 pmPHL-PVG
23h 20m1 stop
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8:55 pm - 12:07 pmPVG-PHL
28h 12m2 stops
$1,304United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Dec 2
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6:25 am - 6:45 pmPHL-PVG
23h 20m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 10:24 amPVG-PHL
33h 54m2 stops
$1,310United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 24
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6:25 am - 4:25 pmPHL-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 9:06 amPVG-PHL
27h 41m1 stop
$1,314American Airlines
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American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 6
PHL6:42 amPhiladelphia
20h 08m
1 stop
PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 13
PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 44m
1 stop
PHL11:44 pmPhiladelphia
$1,022
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American Airlines
Sep 19
PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia
21h 50m
1 stop
PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 26
PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
28h 28m
2 stops
PHL9:28 amPhiladelphia
$1,029
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American Airlines
Nov 6
PHL6:25 amPhiladelphia
21h 00m
1 stop
PVG4:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 24
PVG6:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
27h 41m
1 stop
PHL9:06 amPhiladelphia
$1,314
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Qatar Airways flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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Qatar Airways
Jan 12
PHL7:50 pmPhiladelphia
29h 50m
1 stop
PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Mar 16
PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
45h 25m
1 stop
PHL9:00 amPhiladelphia
$1,122
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Qatar Airways
Nov 3
PHL7:40 pmPhiladelphia
30h 00m
1 stop
PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 3
PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
46h 25m
1 stop
PHL9:00 amPhiladelphia
$1,123
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Qatar Airways
Oct 20
PHL8:35 pmPhiladelphia
31h 45m
1 stop
PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 8
PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 20m
2 stops
PHL11:55 pmPhiladelphia
$1,372
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai 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 August 26, 2025.
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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

5:37 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop35h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

2:30 pm-5:55 am

2 stops27h 25m

$1,003

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

7:02 am-8:55 pm

2 stops24h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

4:20 pm-5:47 am

2 stops26h 27m

$1,014

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

3:45 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$1,021

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/29

5:30 pm-5:45 am

2 stops24h 15m

$1,026

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 9/19

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

5:00 pm-9:28 am

2 stops28h 28m

$1,029

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/9

1:03 pm-12:35 am

2 stops23h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

2:30 am-12:07 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$1,221

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

10:05 am-9:25 pm

2 stops46h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

2:30 am-2:07 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$1,258

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

6:25 am-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

8:55 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops28h 12m

$1,304

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Fri 11/7

6:25 am-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

1:30 pm-10:24 am

2 stops33h 54m

$1,310

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

6:25 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

6:25 pm-9:06 am

1 stop27h 41m

$1,314

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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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 $1,247, 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 $1,299.

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 $1,590. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Philadelphia to Shanghai for around $1,744.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Philadelphia to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at noon for as low as $1,522. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,679.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,502 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Philadelphia for as low as $995 on momondo.

Cheap Philadelphia to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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  • 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 19h 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.

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $957Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $980Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,979 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,230Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,250Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,309 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,302Free CancellationRating
8.4
943 reviews
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