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$614+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Shanghai, China

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CLT — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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

$1,060
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$614
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,316
From Charlotte Douglas to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/217:50 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/281:30 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops22h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,060
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/246:04 amCLT - PVG
1 stop21h 16mDelta
Thu 9/113:45 pmPVG - CLT
1 stop18h 01mDelta
Deal found 1/19$1,131
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.
Fri 2/215:00 pmCLT - PVG
3 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/252:20 amPVG - CLT
3 stops31h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,192
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:30 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops36h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 10/612:35 amPVG - CLT
2 stops35h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/19$1,291
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/136:52 pmCLT - SHA
2 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/222:45 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,363
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:49 pmCLT - SHA
3 stops32h 21mChina Southern
Tue 3/189:50 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops43h 46mChina Southern
Deal found 1/21$1,365
This China Southern 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:49 pmCLT - PVG
3 stops39h 46mChina Southern
Tue 3/1810:50 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops43h 46mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$1,419
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:40 pmCLT - PVG
1 stop33h 10mLufthansa
Tue 10/711:35 pmPVG - CLT
1 stop29h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/19$1,474
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/219:20 amCLT - SHA
2 stops38h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/284:35 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$1,518
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/216:30 amCLT - PVG
2 stops29h 45mANA
Mon 1/272:30 amPVG - CLT
2 stops24h 41mANA
Deal found 1/20$1,645
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:30 pmCLT - SHA
2 stops33h 35mKorean Air
Sat 9/276:25 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops34h 14mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,660
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:19 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops25h 36mBritish Airways
Wed 6/1811:00 amPVG - CLT
2 stops44h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,688

Find flights from Charlotte to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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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CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/20

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/26

8:25 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,060

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 3/24

6:04 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/9

3:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$1,131

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 2/21

5:00 pm-9:45 am

3 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/25

2:20 am-8:43 pm

3 stops31h 23m

$1,192

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - SHA

CLTSHA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 3/13

6:52 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops34h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/22

2:45 pm-10:50 am

2 stops32h 05m

$1,363

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - SHA

CLTSHA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 3/6

4:49 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops32h 21m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/18

9:50 pm-5:36 am

2 stops43h 46m

$1,365

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 3/6

4:49 pm-9:35 pm

3 stops39h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/18

10:50 pm-6:36 am

2 stops43h 46m

$1,419

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 3/29

4:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/11

12:35 am-9:43 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$1,468

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 3/6

6:50 pm-6:00 am

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/17

12:10 am-5:55 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,489

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/20

10:46 am-1:15 am

2 stops25h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/25

2:30 am-3:37 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$1,647

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 6/5

6:19 pm-7:55 am

2 stops25h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/18

11:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,688

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Travel insights for flights from Charlotte to Shanghai

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlotte to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 24 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 Charlotte to Shanghai?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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.

When flying from Charlotte to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, ANA and China Southern from Charlotte to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT), located 5.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Charlotte to Shanghai. 6 airlines have flights from Douglas to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Charlotte Douglas to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Shanghai round-trip from $1,060. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,131, and China Southern, from $1,365. Users have found that United Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $645 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $811 and $1,031, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Charlotte 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 6 airlines flying from Charlotte to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China SouthernCheapest$1,372Average$2,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,376Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,670Average$1,894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ANACheapest$2,243Average$2,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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