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$1,253+ Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Shanghai, China

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — SHA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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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 November 21, 2024.

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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 November 21, 2024.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/286:40 amLEX - PVG
2 stops24h 00mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/116:35 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops31h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,253
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/263:38 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops33h 42mQatar Airways
Wed 2/1211:45 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops35h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,254
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/273:38 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops39h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/116:35 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/297:40 amLEX - PVG
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Tue 2/115:30 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop17h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,284
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 1/2411:56 amLEX - PVG
2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways
Sat 2/810:55 amPVG - LEX
2 stops49h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/288:09 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops31h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/306:10 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,472

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 1/28

6:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

6:35 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,253

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 1/26

3:38 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops33h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

11:45 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops35h 27m

$1,254

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 1/27

3:38 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

6:35 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,274

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 1/29

7:40 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

5:30 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop17h 11m

$1,284

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 1/24

11:56 am-9:10 am

2 stops32h 14m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/8

10:55 am-11:05 pm

2 stops49h 10m

$1,444

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 1/28

8:09 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops31h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/30

6:10 pm-11:26 am

2 stops30h 16m

$1,472

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Deals found on 11/21

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Lexington to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 November 21, 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 November 21, 2024.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,457 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,755 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

British Airways
6.7
Okay
6,831 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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 $1,253, Japan Airlines will fly you from Lexington to Shanghai and back. In addition to Japan Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,254 and $1,284, respectively. Japan Airlines 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Lexington to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$1,455Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,610Average$1,887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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