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$560+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PHL
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,147
(Condor)

One-way from

$560
(Delta)
From Shanghai to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:05 amPVG - PHL
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/229:12 amPHL - PVG
2 stops34h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,147
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:00 amPVG - PHL
1 stop41h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 5/226:30 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,231
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:35 amPVG - PHL
2 stops33h 46mQatar Airways
Thu 5/228:45 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,466
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:50 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops37h 53mJapan Airlines
Sat 5/246:58 pmPHL - SHA
2 stops28h 27mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/1$3,476

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/14

12:05 am-10:21 pm

2 stops34h 16m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

9:12 am-7:15 am

2 stops34h 03m

$1,147

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/15

11:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

6:30 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,231

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/14

12:35 am-10:21 pm

2 stops33h 46m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

8:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,466

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/15

12:50 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops37h 53m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/24

6:58 pm-11:25 am

2 stops28h 27m

$3,476

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/30

3:45 pm-9:01 am

1 stop29h 16m

$560

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/30

8:10 pm-2:24 pm

3 stops30h 14m

$609

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/30

11:50 am-7:15 am

2 stops31h 25m

$735

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/7

4:00 pm-5:45 am

2 stops25h 45m

$749

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/30

7:55 am-11:29 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$817

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

2:25 am-5:35 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$834

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PVG to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
771 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, you will be flying into Philadelphia. Philadelphia (PHL) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Philadelphia is the only Philadelphia airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Shanghai per day. 1 airline has flights to Philadelphia from Shanghai on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways ($1,231), Qatar Airways ($1,466), and Japan Airlines ($3,476) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Philadelphia.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $560 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $609 and China Southern from $735 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2025.
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,073Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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