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$481+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Shanghai, China

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DFW — SHA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai are usually found in November or April, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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

$1,056
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$482
(Kiwi.com)

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November

Average price

$1,234
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:00 amDFW - PVG
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/82:15 amPVG - DFW
2 stops45h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,071
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.
Tue 11/186:30 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 50mDelta
Thu 12/117:05 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops32h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/17$1,078
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.
Thu 5/110:55 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop24h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/179:35 amPVG - DFW
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/17$1,094
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:55 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/1510:25 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop33h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,186
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.
Mon 9/810:55 pmDFW - SHA
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/221:20 pmSHA - DFW
2 stops23h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$1,202
This Air China 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:30 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/710:30 pmSHA - DFW
2 stops36h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,258
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.
Wed 9/36:30 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops38h 50mChina Southern
Sun 9/148:00 pmSHA - DFW
3 stops46h 31mChina Southern
Deal found 4/17$1,263
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.
Wed 9/36:30 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Sun 9/146:20 pmPVG - DFW
3 stops48h 11mChina Southern
Deal found 4/17$1,263
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.
Thu 5/17:33 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops34h 02mChina Airlines
Sat 5/177:50 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops23h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,333
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 9/1110:15 amDFW - PVG
Nonstop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/75:00 pmPVG - DFW
Nonstop13h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,359
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 5/254:50 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop36h 20mFinnair
Tue 6/178:50 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop31h 15mFinnair
Deal found 4/17$1,367
This Fareboom 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:33 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops27h 32mEVA Air
Sat 5/318:05 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops23h 15mEVA Air
Deal found 4/17$1,446

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Shanghai

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Price

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-1:25 am

3 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/8

2:15 am-10:38 am

2 stops45h 23m

$1,071

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/1

10:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/17

9:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,094

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/1

8:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/15

10:25 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$1,186

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/30

10:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/3

1:20 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop41h 35m

$1,229

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/12

7:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/23

1:40 pm-5:00 am

2 stops28h 20m

$1,289

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/10

6:30 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/1

6:55 am-5:00 am

2 stops35h 05m

$1,289

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/17

8:00 pm-8:55 pm

3 stops35h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/17

10:10 am-5:48 am

2 stops32h 38m

$1,302

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/1

7:33 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops34h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/17

7:50 pm-6:20 am

2 stops23h 30m

$1,333

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 5/25

4:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/17

8:50 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$1,367

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/30

7:33 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/31

8:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops23h 15m

$1,446

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Dallas/Fort Worth with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

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

Booking 6 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 DFW to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 Dallas to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Delta, at $1,078, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and China Southern. Users have found that Delta is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    $619 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and China Southern, with prices starting from $638 and $662, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai is generally $4,640, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $602. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay $909 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 9 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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$342Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$849Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$987Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,043Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,110Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$1,163Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,199Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$1,297Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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