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$1,230+ Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Shanghai, China

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LEX — SHA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 December 22, 2024.

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Best flights from Lexington to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Lexington to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:30 amLEX - PVG
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Tue 4/153:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop17h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2211:00 amLEX - PVG
2 stops43h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/278:10 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,512
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/137:00 amLEX - PVG
2 stops29h 15mANA
Tue 1/282:30 amPVG - LEX
2 stops32h 59mANA
Deal found 12/21$1,565
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/221:15 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops31h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 4/2711:00 amPVG - LEX
2 stops45h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,727
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/133:38 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/277:00 pmPVG - LEX
3 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,010
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/226:40 pmLEX - SHA
2 stops53h 05mJapan Airlines
Sun 4/2712:50 pmSHA - LEX
2 stops42h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,733

Find flights from Lexington to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 December 22, 2024.

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LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 3/24

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

3:45 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$1,230

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 3/22

11:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops43h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

8:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$1,512

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/13

7:00 am-1:15 am

2 stops29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/28

2:30 am-10:29 pm

2 stops32h 59m

$1,565

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 3/22

1:15 pm-9:10 am

2 stops31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

11:00 am-8:54 pm

2 stops45h 54m

$1,727

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/13

3:38 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops33h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/27

7:00 pm-11:05 pm

3 stops41h 05m

$2,010

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - SHA

LEXSHA

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 3/22

6:40 pm-11:45 am

2 stops53h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/27

12:50 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops42h 52m

$2,733

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Deals found on 12/22

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Travel insights for flights from Lexington to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Lexington to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 LEX to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 December 22, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Lexington to Shanghai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 22, 2024.
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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
8,594 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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?

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,815 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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 Lexington 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 Lexington to Shanghai?

    Located just 5.6 mi from the city center, Lexington Blue Grass is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Lexington. Booking flights from Blue Grass (LEX) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $1,230, Delta will fly you from Lexington to Shanghai and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and ANA - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,512 and $1,565, respectively. Delta is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Lexington to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 2 airlines flying from Lexington to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lexington 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,325Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,360Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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