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

United Airlines, Air China, and ANA are the most popular carriers 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 66% 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 January 2026.

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.

$428 Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Shanghai in 2026

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 $1,118 to $1,249. The lowest price recently found on this route was $874.

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5:00 am - 4:25 pm

RDU

PVG

22h 25m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 1:42 pm

PVG

RDU

32h 17m

1 stop

$874American Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 2

6:29 am - 6:45 pm

RDU

PVG

23h 16m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:44 pm

PVG

RDU

23h 14m

2 stops

$883United Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Mar 4

6:29 am - 6:45 pm

RDU

PVG

23h 16m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:01 pm

PVG

RDU

21h 31m

2 stops

$888United Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Mar 9

6:45 am - 4:25 pm

RDU

PVG

20h 40m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:47 am

PVG

RDU

29h 22m

1 stop

$889American Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 4

8:45 am - 6:45 pm

RDU

PVG

21h 00m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 9:24 pm

PVG

RDU

20h 54m

1 stop

$903Air China

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25

8:45 am - 6:45 pm

RDU

PVG

21h 00m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 11:44 pm

PVG

RDU

23h 14m

1 stop

$933Air China

Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 4

7:26 pm - 3:35 pm

RDU

SHA

32h 09m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 9:58 pm

SHA

RDU

44h 38m

2 stops

$1,149Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, May 4

7:26 pm - 12:05 pm

RDU

SHA

28h 39m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 9:58 pm

SHA

RDU

44h 38m

2 stops

$1,187Cathay Pacific

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

11:21 am - 5:05 pm

RDU

SHA

41h 44m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 3:27 pm

SHA

RDU

33h 02m

2 stops

$1,191Korean Air

Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, May 4

11:21 am - 5:05 pm

RDU

SHA

41h 44m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 3:51 pm

SHA

RDU

33h 26m

2 stops

$1,241Korean Air

Fri, Apr 10 - Sat, May 2

Korean Air flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

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Korean Air

Apr 10

RDU11:21 amRaleigh-Durham

41h 44m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 4

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 02m

2 stops

RDU3:27 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,191

Korean Air

Apr 10

RDU11:21 amRaleigh-Durham

41h 44m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 2

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 26m

2 stops

RDU3:51 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,241

Cathay Pacific flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Raleigh to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Apr 8

RDU7:26 pmRaleigh-Durham

32h 09m

2 stops

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 4

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 38m

2 stops

RDU9:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,149

Cathay Pacific

Apr 13

RDU7:26 pmRaleigh-Durham

28h 39m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 27

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 38m

2 stops

RDU9:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,187

Cathay Pacific

Mar 31

RDU12:48 pmRaleigh-Durham

35h 17m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 2

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 38m

2 stops

RDU9:58 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,199

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Price

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/15

5:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

6:25 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop32h 17m

$874

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/15

6:29 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$883

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

6:29 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

1:30 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$888

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

6:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

6:25 pm-10:47 am

1 stop29h 22m

$889

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

8:45 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

1:30 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop20h 54m

$903

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

8:45 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$933

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/8

7:26 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops32h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/4

1:20 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops44h 38m

$1,149

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/13

7:26 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 39m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/27

1:20 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops44h 38m

$1,187

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/10

11:21 am-5:05 pm

2 stops41h 44m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/4

6:25 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$1,191

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/10

11:21 am-5:05 pm

2 stops41h 44m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/2

6:25 pm-3:51 pm

2 stops33h 26m

$1,241

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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 $1,175.

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Fastest flight time	21h 00m
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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Shanghai takes 21h 00m

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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 21h 00m.
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 January 2026.
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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,127 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,037	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,206 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,148 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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