What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Raleigh according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 67% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham 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.

$457 Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Shanghai in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Raleigh and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,263 to $1,541. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,025.

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6:23 pm - 1:30 pm

RDU

PVG

55h 07m2 stops

8:35 am - 11:58 pm

PVG

RDU

27h 23m2 stops

$1,025Cathay Pacific

Sun, Mar 15 - Wed, Apr 15

2:51 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

37h 19m2 stops

9:55 am - 9:25 pm

PVG

RDU

48h 30m2 stops

$1,038Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

2:45 pm - 8:30 am

RDU

PVG

28h 45m2 stops

11:05 pm - 10:10 am

PVG

RDU

48h 05m2 stops

$1,044Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 26

12:48 pm - 3:35 pm

RDU

SHA

38h 47m2 stops

1:20 pm - 9:58 pm

SHA

RDU

44h 38m2 stops

$1,047Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 7

7:28 am - 11:05 am

RDU

PVG

39h 37m2 stops

8:35 am - 9:58 pm

PVG

RDU

25h 23m2 stops

$1,079Cathay Pacific

Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, May 7

4:37 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

36h 33m2 stops

10:10 am - 8:15 am

PVG

RDU

58h 05m2 stops

$1,083Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 28

12:48 pm - 4:25 pm

RDU

PVG

39h 37m2 stops

12:20 pm - 9:58 pm

PVG

RDU

45h 38m2 stops

$1,084Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 7

7:18 am - 12:20 pm

RDU

SHA

40h 02m2 stops

4:35 pm - 9:13 pm

SHA

RDU

41h 38m2 stops

$1,088Cathay Pacific

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

6:00 am - 6:55 pm

RDU

PVG

23h 55m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:44 pm

PVG

RDU

23h 14m2 stops

$1,144United Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 26

12:51 pm - 11:45 am

RDU

SHA

33h 54m2 stops

1:10 pm - 11:55 pm

SHA

RDU

23h 45m2 stops

$1,314Japan Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

Cathay Pacific flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Raleigh to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Mar 15

RDU6:23 pmRaleigh-Durham

55h 07m

2 stops

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 15

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 23m

2 stops

RDU11:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,025

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 1

RDU12:48 pmRaleigh-Durham

38h 47m

2 stops

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 7

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 38m

2 stops

RDU9:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,047

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 7

RDU7:28 amRaleigh-Durham

39h 37m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

May 7

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

25h 23m

2 stops

RDU9:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,079

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ANA flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

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ANA

Jan 1

RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham

41h 20m

2 stops

PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 7

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

42h 41m

2 stops

RDU2:06 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,984

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ANA

Feb 13

RDU1:26 pmRaleigh-Durham

33h 59m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 20

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 29m

2 stops

RDU2:09 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,997

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ANA

Jan 15

RDU1:29 pmRaleigh-Durham

33h 56m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 30

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 23m

2 stops

RDU2:03 pmRaleigh-Durham

$5,731

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

6:23 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops55h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

8:35 am-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 23m

$1,025

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/27

2:51 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops37h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/3

9:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops48h 30m

$1,038

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

2:45 pm-8:30 am

2 stops28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

11:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops48h 05m

$1,044

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/1

12:48 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 47m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/7

1:20 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops44h 38m

$1,047

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/7

7:28 am-11:05 am

2 stops39h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/7

8:35 am-9:58 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$1,079

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

4:37 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops36h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/28

10:10 am-8:15 am

2 stops58h 05m

$1,083

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/1

12:48 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops39h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/7

12:20 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops45h 38m

$1,084

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/27

7:18 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/3

4:35 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops41h 38m

$1,088

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

6:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$1,144

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

12:51 pm-11:45 am

2 stops33h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/25

1:10 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,314

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Raleigh is in September. 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 February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Raleigh averaging around $1,173.

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Fastest flight time	23h 40m
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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Shanghai takes 23h 40m

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How far is Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai by plane?
Raleigh-Durham and Shanghai are 7622.4 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 23h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,037	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,074 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,015 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,123 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,111 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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