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

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

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Philadelphia according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 16 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 4 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai as of May 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.

$589 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai in 2026

Q: 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 $1,902 to $1,330. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,094.

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7:05 am - 7:55 pm

PHL

PVG

23h 50m

1 stop

10:00 am - 4:19 pm

PVG

PHL

19h 19m

1 stop

$1,094Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16

7:15 pm - 7:55 pm

PHL

PVG

35h 40m

2 stops

5:55 pm - 8:41 am

PVG

PHL

27h 46m

2 stops

$1,098Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16

8:10 am - 8:10 pm

PHL

PVG

24h 00m

2 stops

11:10 am - 1:19 am

PVG

PHL

26h 09m

2 stops

$1,220Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7

8:10 am - 8:10 pm

PHL

PVG

24h 00m

2 stops

11:10 am - 1:19 am

PVG

PHL

26h 09m

2 stops

$1,221Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7

10:00 am - 5:05 pm

PHL

SHA

43h 05m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 2:45 pm

SHA

PHL

32h 20m

2 stops

$1,241Korean Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 14

10:05 am - 2:05 pm

PHL

PVG

40h 00m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 2:49 pm

PVG

PHL

32h 39m

2 stops

$1,258Air Canada

Wed, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 28

4:20 pm - 2:05 pm

PHL

PVG

33h 45m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 2:49 pm

PVG

PHL

32h 39m

2 stops

$1,263Air Canada

Mon, Jul 6 - Mon, Jul 27

3:25 pm - 2:05 pm

PHL

PVG

34h 40m

2 stops

3:55 pm - 10:04 am

PVG

PHL

30h 09m

2 stops

$1,264Air Canada

Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 20

6:10 am - 1:15 am

PHL

PVG

30h 05m

2 stops

2:35 am - 2:22 pm

PVG

PHL

24h 47m

2 stops

$1,274ANA

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15

1:00 pm - 12:25 pm

PHL

SHA

34h 25m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 12:25 pm

SHA

PHL

35h 45m

2 stops

$1,298ANA

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 22

Cathay Pacific flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Philadelphia to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Nov 1

PHL11:00 amPhiladelphia

39h 20m

2 stops

SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 6

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 50m

2 stops

PHL7:25 amPhiladelphia

$1,497

Cathay Pacific

Oct 31

PHL1:28 pmPhiladelphia

34h 52m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 6

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 50m

2 stops

PHL7:25 amPhiladelphia

$1,528

Cathay Pacific

Nov 1

PHL11:00 amPhiladelphia

39h 20m

2 stops

SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 23

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 15m

2 stops

PHL7:50 pmPhiladelphia

$1,568

Air China flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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Air China

Jun 6

PHL10:25 amPhiladelphia

39h 40m

2 stops

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jul 14

PVG6:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

27h 54m

1 stop

PHL10:04 amPhiladelphia

$1,533

Air China

Oct 31

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

27h 30m

2 stops

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 10

SHA7:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 50m

2 stops

PHL9:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,593

Air China

Oct 31

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

39h 45m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 7

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

PHL9:20 pmPhiladelphia

$1,614

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Sun 11/1

7:05 am-7:55 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/16

10:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop19h 19m

$1,094

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sun 11/1

7:15 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/16

5:55 pm-8:41 am

2 stops27h 46m

$1,098

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/1

8:10 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/7

11:10 am-1:19 am

2 stops26h 09m

$1,220

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 9/1

8:10 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/7

11:10 am-1:19 am

2 stops26h 09m

$1,221

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Mon 8/31

10:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/14

6:25 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,241

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 7/22

10:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/28

6:10 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$1,258

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 7/6

4:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/27

6:10 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$1,263

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sun 7/12

3:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/20

3:55 pm-10:04 am

2 stops30h 09m

$1,264

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 11/12

6:10 am-1:15 am

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

2:35 am-2:22 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$1,274

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Mon 11/2

1:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/22

1:40 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,298

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Philadelphia is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $463, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Philadelphia averaging around $508.

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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 21h 25m, 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 4 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai as of May 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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,410 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,645 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,769 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,219 reviews	Search ANA flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,301	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,014 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,353 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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