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

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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 39% 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.

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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.

$492 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai in 2026

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8:45 pm - 2:40 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

6:10 pm - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$891Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

9:45 pm - 9:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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

28h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$895Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12

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

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

3:55 pm - 9:54 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

29h 59m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,261Air Canada

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 17

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

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

3:55 pm - 2:47 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

34h 52m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,267Air Canada

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 13

1:24 pm - 12:15 pmPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:35 pm - 2:20 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

36h 45m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,308ANA

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20

6:15 am - 12:15 pmPHL Philadelphia-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:40 pm - 12:14 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-PHL Philadelphia

35h 34m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,308ANA

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 10

6:15 am - 6:55 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

1:30 pm - 9:38 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

21h 08m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,344United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19

6:15 am - 6:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

1:30 pm - 9:38 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

21h 08m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,344United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

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

4:21 pm - 4:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 11:34 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

29h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,521American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

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8:25 am - 11:55 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 30m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

2:30 pm - 7:04 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 34m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,498Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

6:59 pm - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 5:56 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

33h 51m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,561Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 27

6:59 pm - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 12:23 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

28h 18m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,620Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 27

10:50 am - 10:30 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Tokyo Narita

2:20 am - 9:34 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

31h 14m3 stops Hanoi Noibai Tokyo Narita Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,665Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 25

6:59 pm - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 8:55 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

36h 50m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,706Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

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

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

6:50 pm - 2:30 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,942Qatar Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 27

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

30h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:05 pm - 2:30 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

31h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,947Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

9:30 pm - 9:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 am - 2:30 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

25h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,961Qatar Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 28

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

22h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 9:19 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

27h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,037American Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

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

22h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 7:40 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia

26h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Dayton

$2,041American Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 27

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ANA flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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ANA

Sep 1

PHL1:30 pmPhiladelphia

23h 15m

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 1

PHL6:25 amPhiladelphia

30h 20m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 9

PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

24h 30m

2 stops

PHL2:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,284

ANA

Sep 29

PHL1:24 pmPhiladelphia

34h 51m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 20

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 45m

2 stops

PHL2:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,308

Cathay Pacific flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 17

PHL12:39 pmPhiladelphia

35h 26m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 24

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 02m

2 stops

PHL12:22 amPhiladelphia

$1,537

Cathay Pacific

Oct 30

PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia

37h 50m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 29

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 58m

2 stops

PHL6:33 pmPhiladelphia

$1,575

Cathay Pacific

Oct 1

PHL12:39 pmPhiladelphia

35h 26m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 8

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 40m

2 stops

PHL8:10 pmPhiladelphia

$1,578

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PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 11/3

8:45 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

6:10 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$891

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PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 10/29

9:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

11:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$895

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 9/26

10:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/17

3:55 pm-9:54 am

2 stops29h 59m

$1,261

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 9/23

10:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/13

3:55 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops34h 52m

$1,267

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

1:24 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/20

1:35 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$1,308

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

6:15 am-12:15 pm

2 stops42h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/10

1:40 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops35h 34m

$1,308

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/5

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/19

1:30 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$1,344

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/5

6:15 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

1:30 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$1,344

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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

5:20 pm-12:22 am

1 stop19h 02m

$1,424

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL Philadelphia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 11/3

4:21 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop35h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

6:50 pm-11:34 am

1 stop29h 44m

$1,521

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $966 to $1,513.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $891.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Philadelphia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,026, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $1,162.

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Best Price Found	$492
Fastest flight time	25h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $492. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $891.

The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai takes 25h 35m

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

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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 25h 35m, 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

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Delta	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,517 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,112 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,990 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,300 reviews	Search ANA flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,355	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,455 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,515 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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