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$559+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Shanghai, China

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SHA
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Tue 1/28
Tue 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) 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 January 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,930
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$559
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,300
From Albany Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:00 amALB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Sat 9/203:45 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop19h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/23$1,057
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/235:15 pmALB - PVG
2 stops33h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/76:10 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops31h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$1,312
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Wed 9/1012:48 pmALB - PVG
2 stops39h 42mQatar Airways
Fri 9/1912:35 amPVG - ALB
2 stops33h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/23$1,349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/87:25 pmALB - PVG
2 stops34h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/158:25 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops35h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,930
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sun 1/264:05 pmALB - PVG
3 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2811:45 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops52h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$2,346
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 1/2312:45 pmALB - PVG
2 stops39h 05mLufthansa
Thu 2/61:55 amPVG - ALB
2 stops30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/22$2,412
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sun 1/266:15 amALB - PVG
2 stops27h 40mANA
Mon 1/272:30 amPVG - ALB
2 stops31h 49mANA
Deal found 1/22$2,815
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/236:15 amALB - SHA
2 stops41h 10mANA
Fri 2/71:40 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops37h 46mANA
Deal found 1/22$3,338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/97:25 pmALB - SHA
3 stops38h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/161:30 pmSHA - ALB
3 stops33h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$3,397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/96:00 amALB - SHA
2 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/161:30 pmSHA - ALB
3 stops32h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$3,567

Find flights from Albany to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

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AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Sat 3/8

7:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/15

8:25 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$1,930

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Sun 3/9

7:25 pm-9:40 pm

3 stops38h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/16

1:30 pm-10:39 am

3 stops33h 09m

$3,397

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Sun 3/9

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/16

1:30 pm-10:19 am

3 stops32h 49m

$3,567

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 2/27

4:16 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$559

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 2/27

11:37 am-10:10 am

3 stops33h 33m

$963

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Thu 2/27

12:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$966

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Deals found on 1/23

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Albany to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Albany to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALB to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany 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 January 23, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to Shanghai as you normally would.

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 January 23, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
849 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,971 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
849 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Albany Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Albany airport to Shanghai. It is only a 7.4 mi journey to Albany Intl (ALB) from Albany’s city center.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Albany, New York to Shanghai round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,930, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Shanghai..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Albany, New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 Albany to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Albany 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,067Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,660Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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