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

Delta, Japan Airlines, and United Airlines 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 68% 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.

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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 $1,431 to $1,728. The lowest price recently found on this route was $986.

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2:45 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

37h 25m2 stops

10:10 am - 11:49 pm

PVG

RDU

50h 39m2 stops

$986Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 16

8:30 am - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

43h 40m2 stops

9:55 am - 9:25 pm

PVG

RDU

48h 30m2 stops

$987Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27

8:30 am - 8:30 am

RDU

PVG

35h 00m2 stops

10:10 am - 11:49 pm

PVG

RDU

50h 39m2 stops

$1,030Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 25

2:51 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

37h 19m2 stops

11:05 pm - 9:25 pm

PVG

RDU

35h 20m2 stops

$1,036Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

7:18 am - 11:35 am

RDU

PVG

39h 17m2 stops

7:10 am - 8:48 pm

PVG

RDU

26h 38m2 stops

$1,058Cathay Pacific

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

7:18 am - 12:20 pm

RDU

SHA

40h 02m2 stops

10:30 pm - 10:07 pm

SHA

RDU

36h 37m2 stops

$1,058Cathay Pacific

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 16

8:30 am - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

43h 40m2 stops

11:05 pm - 1:50 pm

PVG

RDU

51h 45m2 stops

$1,085Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 7

7:00 am - 10:05 am

RDU

PVG

39h 05m2 stops

11:35 am - 5:41 am

PVG

RDU

30h 06m2 stops

$1,143Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 15

1:46 pm - 11:45 am

RDU

SHA

32h 59m2 stops

1:10 pm - 1:08 pm

SHA

RDU

36h 58m2 stops

$1,277Japan Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27

6:43 pm - 11:45 am

RDU

SHA

28h 02m2 stops

1:10 pm - 11:55 pm

SHA

RDU

23h 45m2 stops

$1,300Japan Airlines

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

Japan Airlines flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Jan 20

RDU1:46 pmRaleigh-Durham

32h 59m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 27

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 58m

2 stops

RDU1:08 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,277

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Japan Airlines

Jan 22

RDU12:51 pmRaleigh-Durham

39h 14m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 26

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 27m

2 stops

RDU1:07 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,294

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Japan Airlines

Feb 4

RDU6:43 pmRaleigh-Durham

28h 02m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 11

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 45m

2 stops

RDU11:55 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,300

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 26

RDU7:18 amRaleigh-Durham

40h 02m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 16

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 37m

2 stops

RDU10:07 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,058

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 10

RDU7:18 amRaleigh-Durham

43h 57m

2 stops

PVG4:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 15

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 13m

2 stops

RDU9:33 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,084

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 29

RDU7:18 amRaleigh-Durham

40h 02m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 5

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 18m

2 stops

RDU8:48 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,108

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/26

2:45 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/16

10:10 am-11:49 pm

2 stops50h 39m

$986

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/20

8:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops43h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

9:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops48h 30m

$987

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

8:30 am-8:30 am

2 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

10:10 am-11:49 pm

2 stops50h 39m

$1,030

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/27

2:51 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops37h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/3

11:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$1,036

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

7:18 am-11:35 am

2 stops39h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/11

7:10 am-8:48 pm

2 stops26h 38m

$1,058

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/26

7:18 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/16

10:30 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$1,058

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/28

8:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops43h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/7

11:05 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops51h 45m

$1,085

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

7:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

11:35 am-5:41 am

2 stops30h 06m

$1,143

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/20

1:46 pm-11:45 am

2 stops32h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/27

1:10 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops36h 58m

$1,277

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

6:43 pm-11:45 am

2 stops28h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/11

1:10 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,300

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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.

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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,674. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Raleigh to Shanghai for around $1,824.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Raleigh to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,483. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,680.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,415 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Raleigh for as low as $925 on momondo.

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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 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.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,037	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,048 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,010 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,093 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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Our data shows that the cheapest Raleigh to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,483. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,680.

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