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$543+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SHA
nov. 4 — nov. 111
1 adult
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lun. 11/11
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Shanghai are usually found in August or January, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 octubre 30, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/189:00 amPHL - PVG
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/212:20 amPVG - PHL
3 stops42h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,201
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/57:50 pmPHL - PVG
2 stops56h 20mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/311:00 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops45h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,298
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/286:40 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
jue. 12/510:55 amPVG - PHL
1 stop42h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,305
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1910:10 amPHL - PVG
2 stops26h 05mANA
lun. 11/252:30 amPVG - PHL
2 stops24h 20mANA
Deal found 10/30$1,307
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/93:30 pmPHL - SHA
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/154:10 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,458
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/510:30 amPHL - PVG
2 stops34h 40mCathay Pacific
sáb. 11/97:00 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops26h 52mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,478
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/28:25 pmPHL - SHA
2 stops51h 55mCathay Pacific
sáb. 11/91:35 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops32h 17mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,536
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/67:50 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop29h 30mQatar Airways
mar. 11/1211:45 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,542
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/45:55 pmPHL - PVG
2 stops49h 30mSWISS
vie. 12/2011:40 amPVG - PHL
2 stops65h 20mSWISS
Deal found 10/29$1,559
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/196:20 amPHL - SHA
2 stops41h 05mANA
mar. 11/261:40 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops61h 10mANA
Deal found 10/30$1,567
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/85:35 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
mié. 1/812:00 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop41h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$1,649
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/75:17 pmPHL - SHA
2 stops32h 13mChina Southern
jue. 11/143:40 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops28h 18mChina Southern
Deal found 10/29$1,651

Find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated octubre 30, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

dom. 11/10

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 11/17

2 stops57h 32m

$1,249

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

jue. 11/28

1 stop25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 12/5

1 stop42h 25m

$1,305

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

mar. 11/19

2 stops26h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 11/25

2 stops24h 20m

$1,307

PhiladelphiaShanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

mar. 11/12

2 stops33h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/19

2 stops27h 48m

$1,433

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

jue. 3/27

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 4/23

1 stop28h 10m

$1,526

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

dom. 1/26

2 stops25h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/27

3 stops46h 54m

$1,550

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

sáb. 3/8

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/23

1 stop28h 45m

$1,574

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

dom. 4/6

2 stops29h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 4/25

1 stop19h 53m

$1,585

PhiladelphiaShanghai Hongqiao Intl

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

lun. 11/18

3 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 11/22

2 stops33h 33m

$1,654

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

lun. 1/27

2 stops47h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/26

3 stops37h 45m

$1,724

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

dom. 11/10

1 stop31h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 11/16

1 stop18h 45m

$1,827

PhiladelphiaShanghai Pu Dong

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

dom. 12/15

2 stops24h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 1/13

2 stops42h 30m

$1,887

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Deals found on 10/29

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 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 octubre 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Cathay Pacific and ANA from Philadelphia to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,450 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

China Southern
7.8
Good
144 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
877 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
832 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,249, but on average you can expect to pay $1,664.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to Shanghai for under $1,300?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Shanghai is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,305 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are ANA and Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,307 and $1,433 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $746 on ANA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $832 and Delta from $967 one-way.

  • What does PHL to SHA mean?

    PHL and SHA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. PHL to SHA refers to a flight route from Philadelphia Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 4 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated octubre 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,488Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,597Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,612Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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