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$378+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Shanghai, China

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ATL — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Shanghai are usually found in November or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$925
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$378
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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November

Average price

$1,650
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/185:30 amATL - PVG
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/192:20 amPVG - ATL
2 stops40h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$925
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/202:07 pmATL - SHA
3 stops35h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/243:15 pmSHA - ATL
2 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,069
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/1911:00 pmATL - PVG
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/1710:25 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop33h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,207
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1711:55 amATL - PVG
1 stop19h 30mKorean Air
Wed 3/262:00 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop32h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,272
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/187:33 amATL - PVG
2 stops23h 07mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/256:35 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops30h 27mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,273
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/187:08 amATL - SHA
2 stops39h 37mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/251:10 pmSHA - ATL
2 stops35h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,286
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:00 amATL - PVG
2 stops22h 35mLufthansa
Thu 3/68:25 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops27h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$1,286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 2/217:00 amATL - PVG
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/61:30 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop29h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,291
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2111:55 amATL - SHA
1 stop40h 15mKorean Air
Thu 3/66:25 pmSHA - ATL
1 stop27h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,299
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/137:30 amATL - PVG
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Mon 3/177:05 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop23h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,301
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:03 amATL - PVG
1 stop20h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:10 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops29h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,314
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/197:00 amATL - SHA
2 stops40h 55mAir China
Tue 3/2510:30 pmSHA - ATL
2 stops43h 39mAir China
Deal found 1/20$1,315

Find flights from Atlanta to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta 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 21, 2025.

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AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/18

5:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/19

2:20 am-5:54 am

2 stops40h 34m

$925

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/20

2:07 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops35h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/24

3:15 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$1,069

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/19

11:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/17

10:25 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,207

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 2/17

11:55 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

2:00 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 20m

$1,272

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/18

7:33 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/25

6:35 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops30h 27m

$1,273

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/21

7:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

8:25 pm-10:41 am

2 stops27h 16m

$1,286

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/18

7:08 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

1:10 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$1,286

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/21

7:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

1:30 pm-6:09 am

1 stop29h 39m

$1,291

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/21

11:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/6

6:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,299

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/13

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/17

7:05 pm-6:13 am

1 stop23h 08m

$1,301

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Travel insights for flights from Atlanta to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Atlanta 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Atlanta to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Shanghai, such as Japan Airlines, Lufthansa and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai. On average, Hartsfield-Jackson has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 8 airlines. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 8.2 mi from Atlanta’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Atlanta to Shanghai is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,207 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Korean Air and Japan Airlines, starting at $1,272 and $1,273 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $645. Users have also found prices from $648 and $669 on Japan Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Atlanta 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 8 airlines flying from Atlanta to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,013Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,028Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,120Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,283Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,303Average$2,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,344Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China EasternCheapest$1,451Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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