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$467+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) to Shanghai, China

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BOS — SHA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to Shanghai are usually found in February or March, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) 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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,032
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$467
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,151
From Boston Logan Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Boston to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 3/287:40 pmBOS - SHA
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/43:25 pmSHA - BOS
2 stops27h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,026
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/287:40 pmBOS - PVG
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/44:20 pmPVG - BOS
2 stops27h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,026
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 9/912:55 pmBOS - PVG
1 stop19h 15mKorean Air
Wed 12/108:50 amPVG - BOS
1 stop36h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,037
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/39:30 amBOS - SHA
2 stops36h 30mAir China
Mon 5/193:25 pmSHA - BOS
2 stops44h 34mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,065
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/159:30 amBOS - PVG
2 stops36h 45mAir China
Sat 5/33:55 pmPVG - BOS
2 stops51h 31mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,073
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 3/296:05 pmBOS - PVG
1 stop35h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/1112:10 pmPVG - BOS
3 stops24h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,090
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 10/85:49 amBOS - PVG
1 stop21h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/86:10 pmPVG - BOS
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,101
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/37:15 amBOS - PVG
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Mon 4/285:30 pmPVG - BOS
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,106
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 3/3112:55 pmBOS - SHA
1 stop40h 10mKorean Air
Mon 4/146:25 pmSHA - BOS
1 stop27h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 3/285:45 amBOS - SHA
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/41:30 pmSHA - BOS
3 stops28h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/610:00 pmBOS - PVG
1 stop30h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 5/1312:35 amPVG - BOS
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,311
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Wed 5/217:40 pmBOS - PVG
1 stop24h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 6/811:00 amPVG - BOS
1 stop23h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,331

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Boston 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

6:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/25

8:55 am-7:13 am

2 stops34h 18m

$1,062

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 5/3

9:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops36h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/19

3:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 34m

$1,065

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 3/31

12:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/2

8:35 am-11:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,072

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 4/15

9:30 am-10:15 am

2 stops36h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/3

3:55 pm-7:26 am

2 stops51h 31m

$1,073

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 4/30

12:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/19

1:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,074

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 3/31

5:30 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

8:10 pm-7:21 am

1 stop23h 11m

$1,093

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 4/3

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/28

5:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops29h 35m

$1,106

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

2:11 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop36h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/25

5:00 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 00m

$1,114

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/27

12:55 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop40h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

6:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,249

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 5/6

10:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

12:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,311

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Boston to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,807). 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 BOS to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston 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 March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Boston to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Boston to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Boston to Shanghai have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) if they book a flight from Boston to Shanghai. On average, Logan Intl has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 12 airlines. Boston Logan Intl is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from Boston’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Boston to Shanghai round-trip from $1,037. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air China, from $1,073, and Delta, from $1,101. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $467 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Delta, with prices starting from $510 and $538, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Boston to Shanghai?

    Flights departing from Boston and landing in Shanghai layover in Hong Kong most frequently. Beijing follows Hong Kong in terms of the most common layover location on Boston to Shanghai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Ocean Park are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Ocean Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.8 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.9 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Beijing?

    Most Beijing visitors opt to spend their time at Forbidden City, Tiananmen, and Hongqiao Market. Forbidden City, Tiananmen and Hongqiao Market are located about 15.1 mi, 15.4 mi, and 16.0 mi, respectively from Beijing Capital if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Beijing can rent one for about $47 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Boston to Shanghai flights?

    Boston to Shanghai flights have a layover in London least often. Seattle sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from Boston to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Boston to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,807). 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 10 airlines flying from Boston to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Boston 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$983Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SWISSCheapest$1,285Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,297Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,304Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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