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$1,599+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to Shanghai, China

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BMI — SHA
apr. 7 — apr. 141
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$1,599
(Delta)
From Bloomington-Normal to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to Shanghai
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This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vr 7/183:50 pmBMI - PVG
2 stops32h 55mDelta
zo 8/105:30 pmPVG - BMI
2 stops41h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/1$1,599
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vr 7/182:47 pmBMI - PVG
2 stops35h 03mAmerican Airlines
zo 8/105:00 pmPVG - BMI
1 stop34h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,951
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vr 7/183:51 pmBMI - PVG
2 stops35h 29mQatar Airways
za 8/912:35 amPVG - BMI
2 stops33h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1$2,189
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vr 7/182:47 pmBMI - SHA
2 stops31h 38mJapan Airlines
zo 8/1012:50 pmSHA - BMI
2 stops38h 27mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/1$3,136
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vr 7/186:01 amBMI - PVG
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
zo 8/1011:05 pmPVG - BMI
3 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$6,073

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BloomingtonShanghai

BMI - PVG

BMIPVG

Bloomington-Normal

vr 7/18

3:50 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 8/10

5:30 pm-10:23 pm

2 stops41h 53m

$1,599

BloomingtonShanghai

BMI - PVG

BMIPVG

Bloomington-Normal

vr 7/18

2:47 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops35h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 8/10

5:00 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop34h 21m

$1,951

BloomingtonShanghai

BMI - PVG

BMIPVG

Bloomington-Normal

vr 7/18

3:51 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops35h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

za 8/9

12:35 am-8:44 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$2,189

BloomingtonShanghai

BMI - SHA

BMISHA

Bloomington-Normal

vr 7/18

2:47 pm-11:25 am

2 stops31h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

zo 8/10

12:50 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$3,136

BloomingtonShanghai

BMI - PVG

BMIPVG

Bloomington-Normal

vr 7/18

6:01 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

zo 8/10

11:05 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops53h 10m

$6,073

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Deals found on 4/1

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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 2, 2025.

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bloomington to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Bloomington-Normal (BMI) if they book a flight from Bloomington to Shanghai. On average, Bloomington-Normal has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 0 airlines. Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Bloomington’s city center.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois 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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