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$522+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) to Shanghai, China

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BOS — SHA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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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

Cheap flight deals from Boston to Shanghai

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 April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,037
(oojo)

One-way from

$522
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,184
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 April 17, 2025.

This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:40 pmBOS - PVG
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/218:50 amPVG - BOS
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,036
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/612:55 pmBOS - PVG
1 stop19h 15mKorean Air
Sat 10/111:40 pmPVG - BOS
1 stop32h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 4/17$1,037
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:30 amBOS - SHA
2 stops36h 30mAir China
Thu 10/304:30 pmSHA - BOS
2 stops26h 48mAir China
Deal found 4/17$1,039
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:30 amBOS - PVG
2 stops36h 45mAir China
Thu 10/307:10 amPVG - BOS
2 stops36h 08mAir China
Deal found 4/17$1,039
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:40 pmBOS - SHA
2 stops28h 15mHainan Airlines
Sat 6/77:00 pmSHA - BOS
1 stop33h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,045
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:40 pmBOS - PVG
2 stops27h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 6/511:05 amPVG - BOS
1 stop41h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,045
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/612:55 pmBOS - SHA
1 stop40h 10mKorean Air
Sat 10/116:25 pmSHA - BOS
1 stop27h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 4/17$1,074
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:26 pmBOS - SHA
2 stops27h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/118:15 pmSHA - BOS
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,090
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/295:00 amBOS - PVG
1 stop21h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/45:00 pmPVG - BOS
1 stop32h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,093
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 4/208:39 amBOS - PVG
1 stop20h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/28:10 pmPVG - BOS
2 stops21h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,101
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/93:20 pmBOS - PVG
2 stops34h 45mAir Canada
Wed 12/105:50 pmPVG - BOS
2 stops28h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$1,117
This Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:20 amBOS - PVG
2 stops39h 40mJapan Airlines
Tue 9/2310:00 amPVG - BOS
2 stops24h 22mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,155

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

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BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

6:40 pm-9:50 am

2 stops27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

8:50 am-10:20 am

1 stop37h 30m

$1,036

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

12:55 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

8:50 am-10:20 am

1 stop37h 30m

$1,037

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

6:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/7

7:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,045

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

6:40 pm-9:50 am

2 stops27h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/5

11:05 am-4:40 pm

1 stop41h 35m

$1,045

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 4/23

8:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops38h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/4

7:55 am-9:44 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,058

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/20

8:39 am-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/2

8:10 pm-6:01 am

2 stops21h 51m

$1,101

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/1

6:04 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop32h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

5:00 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$1,109

BostonShanghai

BOS - SHA

BOSSHA

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 5/7

6:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/14

7:55 am-10:20 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,202

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/1

10:05 am-2:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

4:05 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops39h 14m

$1,213

BostonShanghai

BOS - PVG

BOSPVG

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 5/7

6:47 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/18

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,219

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Best time to book a flight from Boston to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Boston to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 1 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 Boston to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Boston 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 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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
844 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
438 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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 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 $1,039, and Hainan Airlines, from $1,053. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $553 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hainan Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $554 and $559, 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 $45 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Boston 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 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$983Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SWISSCheapest$1,285Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,297Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,304Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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