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$617+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to Shanghai, China

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DEN — SHA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Shanghai are usually found in November or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday 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 Denver (DEN) 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.

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$1,020
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One-way from

$617
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Average price

$1,578
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:54 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1412:30 amPVG - DEN
2 stops31h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,020
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:21 amDEN - PVG
2 stops23h 14mANA
Tue 9/161:35 amPVG - DEN
2 stops35h 10mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,033
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.
Wed 9/179:59 amDEN - PVG
2 stops34h 16mAir China
Sat 10/43:55 pmPVG - DEN
2 stops39h 55mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,082
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.
Thu 10/27:00 pmDEN - SHA
2 stops25h 55mAir China
Thu 10/165:30 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops29h 27mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 9/37:50 pmDEN - PVG
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/310:25 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,102
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/86:55 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 4/151:10 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop19h 09mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/25$1,136
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 7/277:19 pmDEN - PVG
2 stops28h 46mAir Canada
Fri 10/315:50 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop15h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$1,275
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/611:20 amDEN - SHA
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/134:30 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,346
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:35 pmDEN - PVG
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 6/2411:00 amPVG - DEN
1 stop43h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/25$1,347
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 9/35:20 pmDEN - PVG
2 stops30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 9/1912:35 amPVG - DEN
2 stops30h 46mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,395
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/611:21 amDEN - SHA
2 stops34h 04mANA
Thu 11/271:40 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops20h 55mANA
Deal found 3/26$1,469
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 9/1711:59 pmDEN - PVG
2 stops50h 21mQatar Airways
Fri 10/312:35 amPVG - DEN
2 stops36h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,514

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver 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 Denver to Shanghai that are best for you.

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DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 4/8

6:54 am-5:15 pm

1 stop20h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

12:30 am-6:09 pm

2 stops31h 39m

$1,020

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 4/8

6:55 am-5:15 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

1:10 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$1,136

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Mon 4/14

6:05 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/21

12:25 pm-8:21 am

2 stops33h 56m

$1,137

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 5/27

6:35 pm-7:55 am

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

11:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop43h 25m

$1,347

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Mon 4/14

6:05 pm-10:15 am

2 stops26h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/21

4:20 pm-8:21 am

2 stops30h 01m

$1,369

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Sat 5/10

12:15 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/17

1:30 pm-11:27 am

3 stops35h 57m

$1,421

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops44h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

10:25 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,455

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Mon 5/12

7:18 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/12

3:55 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$1,506

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Wed 9/10

1:29 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/27

1:35 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$1,519

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 4/8

12:31 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

12:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops35h 04m

$1,538

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Denver to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Denver 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 DEN to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Denver to Shanghai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, ANA and Asiana Airlines from Denver to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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 Denver 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 Denver to Shanghai?

    Denver Intl (DEN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Denver to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Denver Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Denver airport to Shanghai. It is only a 18.5 mi journey to Denver Intl (DEN) from Denver’s city center.

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

    China Eastern, at $1,136, was found to be the cheapest airline from Denver to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and British Airways. Users have found that China Eastern is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $687. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Denver to Shanghai for a low price.

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

    Of the flights from Denver to Shanghai that have layovers, most of them stop in Los Angeles.

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

    Most Los Angeles visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Those on a layover in Los Angeles interested in visiting Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, or L.A. Live can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers can book a car rental at Los Angeles for about $38 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Denver to Shanghai flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Denver 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 8 airlines flying from Denver to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Denver 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
DeltaCheapest$294Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$962Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$1,029Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,214Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ANACheapest$1,277Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$2,010Average$2,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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