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Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Shanghai from $1,523

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Cheap flight deals from Lexington to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,258
From Lexington Blue Grass to Shanghai
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Lexington to Shanghai?

Flights from Lexington to Shanghai are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Shanghai (LEX - SHA)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Lexington to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Delta flights from Lexington to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Lexington and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Lexington to Shanghai. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 8/16:15 amLEX - PVG
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Sun 10/63:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/27$1,627
Thu 8/16:28 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops31h 17mDelta
Fri 10/43:45 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops20h 06mDelta
Deal found 5/27$1,631
Sat 8/312:00 pmLEX - PVG
1 stop37h 45mDelta
Sat 10/55:30 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops31h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/27$1,636
Wed 7/3112:59 pmLEX - PVG
1 stop36h 46mDelta
Sat 10/55:30 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops31h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/27$1,638
Wed 7/316:15 amLEX - PVG
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Sun 10/63:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,537
Mon 8/56:28 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops31h 17mDelta
Sun 10/63:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,541
Wed 7/316:15 amLEX - PVG
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Wed 10/23:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop37h 47mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,545
Sat 8/312:00 pmLEX - PVG
1 stop37h 45mDelta
Sun 10/63:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,715
Sat 8/312:00 pmLEX - PVG
1 stop37h 45mDelta
Tue 10/83:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop37h 47mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,723

Cheap American Airlines flights from Lexington to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Lexington and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Lexington to Shanghai. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 8/36:05 amLEX - PVG
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/55:00 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop32h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,683
Fri 8/26:05 amLEX - PVG
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/55:00 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop36h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,844

Lexington to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Lexington and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Lexington to Shanghai in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 7/315:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/612:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,523
Wed 7/315:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/112:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,529
Tue 8/63:54 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops36h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/112:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,540
Sat 8/35:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/612:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,559
Wed 7/315:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/412:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,565
Thu 8/16:58 amLEX - PVG
2 stops45h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/312:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,571
Sat 8/35:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mQatar Airways
Fri 10/412:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,574
Thu 8/15:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/712:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,597
Sat 8/35:17 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/212:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops47h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,601

Find flights from Lexington to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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$1,523 - $2,173

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Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 7/31

2 stops35h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/6

2 stops32h 18m

$1,523

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 7/31

2 stops35h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

2 stops45h 51m

$1,529

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 8/6

2 stops36h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/1

2 stops45h 56m

$1,540

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 8/3

2 stops35h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/4

2 stops45h 56m

$1,574

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 8/1

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/6

1 stop18h 57m

$1,627

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 8/1

2 stops31h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/4

2 stops20h 06m

$1,631

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 8/3

1 stop37h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

2 stops31h 08m

$1,636

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 8/3

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

1 stop32h 39m

$1,683

Lexington Blue GrassShanghai Pu Dong

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 8/3

2 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

3 stops64h 06m

$2,173

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Deals found on 5/27

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lexington to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Lexington to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lexington to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Lexington with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated May 28, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Lexington to Shanghai have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,342 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lexington to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lexington to Shanghai?

    Located just 5.6 mi from the city center, Lexington Blue Grass is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Lexington. Booking flights from Blue Grass (LEX) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Lexington to Shanghai for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Lexington to Shanghai for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,523, but on average you can expect to pay $1,642.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,574, Qatar Airways will fly you from Lexington to Shanghai and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,627 and $1,683, respectively.

  • What does LEX to SHA mean?

    Great question - LEX to SHA just means Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Lexington to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Lexington to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Lexington to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lexington to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lexington to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lexington to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lexington to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lexington to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lexington to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Lexington to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Lexington to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Lexington to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Lexington to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Lexington to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/27.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from Lexington to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Lexington to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lexington to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
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