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$638+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Shanghai, China

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ATL — SHA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Shanghai are usually found in February or November, booked 34 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 April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$638
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,347
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Shanghai
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($491 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Atlanta to Shanghai

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 April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 9/117:56 amATL - PVG
1 stop18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/165:00 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,301
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:55 amATL - PVG
1 stop35h 40mKorean Air
Fri 11/288:50 amPVG - ATL
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 4/17$1,312
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:40 amATL - PVG
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:35 amPVG - ATL
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 4/274:30 pmATL - PVG
2 stops37h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/28:10 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops35h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,322
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/155:57 pmATL - SHA
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/228:10 amSHA - ATL
2 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,330
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:57 amATL - PVG
2 stops36h 08mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/309:35 amPVG - ATL
2 stops26h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$1,350
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1612:46 pmATL - PVG
2 stops37h 19mAir Canada
Mon 11/35:50 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops35h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$1,361
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 8/49:45 pmATL - PVG
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/1810:25 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop26h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,365
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/155:55 amATL - PVG
2 stops38h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 5/2211:00 amPVG - ATL
1 stop45h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,387
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 10/187:30 pmATL - PVG
1 stop33h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 11/211:45 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,395
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:30 pmATL - SHA
1 stop40h 35mKorean Air
Tue 10/76:25 pmSHA - ATL
1 stop27h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 4/17$1,434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 10/1210:30 pmATL - PVG
1 stop27h 15mDelta
Wed 11/55:30 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop19h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/17$1,452

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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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Shanghai that are best for you.

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AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/2

1:56 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

5:35 pm-9:26 pm

3 stops39h 51m

$1,316

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 4/27

4:30 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/2

8:10 pm-7:34 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,322

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/15

5:57 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops35h 08m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/22

8:10 am-6:33 am

2 stops34h 23m

$1,330

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/2

7:33 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

5:00 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$1,379

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/15

5:55 am-7:55 am

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/22

11:00 am-8:25 pm

1 stop45h 25m

$1,387

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 5/4

6:52 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops57h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/18

1:25 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops39h 38m

$1,400

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/5

10:35 am-3:45 pm

1 stop41h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/24

12:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops44h 35m

$1,536

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 6/14

3:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/28

10:25 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,558

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 4/27

9:25 am-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/1

1:35 am-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,636

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/5

7:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

12:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,675

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Best time to book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai

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

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 April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 34 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Atlanta to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 April 17, 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.

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 April 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very good

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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 7 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 United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,306 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Delta, starting at $1,334 and $1,377 round-trip. United Airlines is priced at 13% 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 Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $638. Users have also found prices from $642 and $669 on Turkish Airlines and United Airlines, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Atlanta to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 7 airlines flying from Atlanta to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$918Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Korean AirCheapest$1,028Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,233Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,293Average$1,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,344Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China EasternCheapest$1,440Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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