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$529+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Shanghai, China

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CLT — SHA
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from North Carolina (USNC) 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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,030
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$559
(United Airlines)
From North Carolina to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/75:45 amTYS - PVG
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
jue. 5/228:10 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops26h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,030
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 1/217:50 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
mar. 1/281:30 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops22h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,060
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 4/235:05 amRDU - PVG
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 5/65:00 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,071
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/316:25 amRDU - PVG
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/88:10 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops35h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,092
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
sáb. 2/157:20 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 35mDelta
lun. 3/37:05 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,101
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/285:28 amTYS - PVG
1 stop21h 42mAmerican Airlines
dom. 3/26:10 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop18h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,101
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
lun. 3/246:04 amCLT - PVG
1 stop21h 16mDelta
jue. 9/113:45 pmPVG - CLT
1 stop18h 01mDelta
Deal found 1/19$1,131
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/215:00 pmCLT - PVG
3 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/252:20 amPVG - CLT
3 stops31h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,192
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/77:35 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/211:35 amPVG - TYS
2 stops31h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,206
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/45:41 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops29h 04mJapan Airlines
mar. 3/111:10 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops22h 21mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,221
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/77:50 amTYS - PVG
1 stop17h 55mDelta
jue. 5/223:45 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop17h 44mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,255
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/45:41 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops34h 24mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/1111:20 amPVG - RDU
3 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,265

Find flights from North Carolina to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 enero 21, 2025.

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KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

lun. 4/7

5:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 5/22

8:10 pm-10:27 am

2 stops26h 17m

$1,030

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

jue. 2/20

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/26

8:25 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,060

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 4/23

6:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 5/6

5:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop19h 20m

$1,071

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 3/31

6:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 4/8

12:10 pm-5:23 am

1 stop29h 13m

$1,092

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 2/28

5:28 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/2

6:10 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$1,101

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 2/21

6:47 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops33h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/9

5:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$1,106

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 3/24

6:04 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/9

3:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$1,131

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 2/21

5:00 pm-9:45 am

3 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 2/25

2:20 am-8:43 pm

3 stops31h 23m

$1,192

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

lun. 4/7

7:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/21

1:35 am-8:42 pm

2 stops31h 07m

$1,206

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 3/4

5:41 pm-11:45 am

2 stops29h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/11

1:10 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$1,221

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Travel insights for flights from North Carolina to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from North Carolina to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 NC to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 enero 21, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina 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.

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 enero 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Delta from North Carolina to Shanghai have to say. 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
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $559. Users have also found prices from $631 and $636 on Japan Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Shanghai?

    While some choose either Charlotte Douglas - Shanghai Pu Dong or Raleigh-Durham - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Charlotte Douglas - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from North Carolina to Shanghai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from North Carolina to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 10 airlines flying from North Carolina to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$1,246Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,283Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,295Average$1,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China SouthernCheapest$1,372Average$2,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,376Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,485Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,617Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$2,044Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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