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$1,203+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Shanghai

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
nov. 9 — nov. 161
sáb. 11/9
sáb. 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durham (DU8) 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 noviembre 4, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Durham to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 4, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
lun. 11/116:42 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 28mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/126:10 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
lun. 12/95:35 amRDU - SHA
2 stops41h 10mJapan Airlines
lun. 12/161:10 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops23h 19mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,251
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 12/37:25 amRDU - PVG
2 stops23h 15mJapan Airlines
vie. 2/286:35 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops32h 04mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mié. 12/117:20 amRDU - PVG
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/2511:55 amPVG - RDU
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mié. 12/116:37 amRDU - PVG
1 stop23h 08mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/251:30 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
jue. 11/145:45 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 35mDelta
lun. 12/25:30 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop18h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/3$1,364
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
vie. 12/65:26 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops26h 44mBritish Airways
mar. 12/3110:55 amPVG - RDU
1 stop44h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,391
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 12/32:33 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops30h 32mLufthansa
jue. 2/2712:10 amPVG - RDU
2 stops54h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 11/3$1,528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
dom. 12/86:30 amRDU - SHA
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/151:40 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops47h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,582
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
sáb. 12/710:19 amRDU - PVG
2 stops25h 56mANA
mar. 12/242:30 amPVG - RDU
2 stops24h 39mANA
Deal found 11/4$1,622
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
dom. 12/15:38 amRDU - SHA
2 stops41h 42mCathay Pacific
dom. 12/81:35 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops46h 54mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,691
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/56:00 amRDU - SHA
2 stops41h 25mANA
dom. 12/291:40 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops45h 02mANA
Deal found 11/3$1,966

Find flights from Durham to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 12/19

6:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops40h 45m

$4,908

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 11/18

5:03 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/20

6:10 pm-12:31 am

1 stop19h 21m

$1,203

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 1/13

6:28 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 2/18

6:35 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$1,247

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 1/15

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 2/17

8:50 am-11:26 pm

2 stops27h 36m

$1,280

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 4/23

11:25 am-6:05 pm

3 stops42h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/7

4:50 pm-11:58 pm

3 stops43h 08m

$1,302

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 12/11

6:37 am-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 12/25

1:30 pm-5:10 am

1 stop28h 40m

$1,351

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 2/28

7:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops45h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 3/7

11:00 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$1,356

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 11/14

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/2

5:30 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$1,364

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 12/6

5:26 pm-9:10 am

2 stops26h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 12/31

10:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop44h 35m

$1,391

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 1/14

3:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 2/18

11:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,455

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Travel insights for flights from Durham to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Durham to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 DU8 to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 noviembre 4, 2024.

When flying from Durham to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 noviembre 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to Shanghai, such as Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
874 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Durham to Shanghai for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Durham to Shanghai for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,203, but on average you can expect to pay $2,387.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Durham to Shanghai for under $1,300?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Durham to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

  • What does RDU to SHA mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Raleigh-Durham Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RDU to SHA flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Durham to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Durham to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Durham to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Durham to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Durham to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Durham to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Durham to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Durham to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Durham to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 Durham to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,264Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,437Average$2,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,485Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,525Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,576Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,627Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$1,686Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$2,044Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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