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$538+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Shanghai, China

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MCI — SHA
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,101
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$538
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,101
From Kansas City to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/157:18 amMCI - PVG
1 stop18h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/135:00 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,101
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/155:34 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops32h 51mDelta
Tue 5/133:45 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/31$1,183
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/1510:05 amMCI - PVG
2 stops25h 30mANA
Mon 5/121:35 amPVG - MCI
2 stops25h 58mANA
Deal found 3/30$1,235
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:14 amMCI - PVG
2 stops45h 06mQatar Airways
Fri 10/1012:35 amPVG - MCI
2 stops32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 10/245:36 amMCI - PVG
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/116:10 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop18h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,314
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 10/247:26 amMCI - PVG
2 stops23h 19mJapan Airlines
Tue 11/116:35 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops32h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,442
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/146:40 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops53h 10mLufthansa
Wed 6/411:35 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops36h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$1,489
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/286:00 amMCI - PVG
2 stops36h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 6/1811:00 amPVG - MCI
2 stops49h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 9/76:29 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops34h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1012:10 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop18h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,586
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 9/77:00 amMCI - PVG
1 stop21h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 10/121:10 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop23h 06mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/30$1,725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/1410:05 amMCI - SHA
2 stops37h 10mANA
Wed 6/41:35 pmSHA - MCI
2 stops37h 50mANA
Deal found 3/30$4,556
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/81:55 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops35h 10mAir Canada
Mon 5/123:55 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops30h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$5,826

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Tue 4/15

7:18 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

5:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$1,101

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Tue 4/15

5:34 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

3:45 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$1,183

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Tue 4/15

10:05 am-12:35 am

2 stops25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/12

1:35 am-2:33 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$1,235

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 5/14

9:07 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops32h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/4

9:35 am-8:12 pm

3 stops47h 37m

$1,455

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 5/14

6:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops53h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/4

11:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,489

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops36h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/18

11:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops49h 59m

$1,527

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/17

12:10 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$1,861

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Tue 5/27

7:05 am-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/17

1:10 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop23h 18m

$2,135

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - SHA

MCISHA

Kansas City

Wed 5/14

10:05 am-12:15 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/4

1:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$4,556

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Tue 4/8

1:55 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/12

3:55 pm-9:11 am

2 stops30h 16m

$5,826

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Shanghai

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, ANA and Emirates from Kansas City to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very good
831 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai, you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Kansas City is the only Kansas City airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 3 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Kansas City on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Shanghai is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,101 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and ANA, starting at $1,183 and $1,235 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $538. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Japan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Shanghai for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Kansas City 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,489Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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