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$452+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Shanghai, China

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PHL — SHA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,019
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$631
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,515
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:00 amPHL - PVG
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/133:10 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops49h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,019
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 10/66:00 amPHL - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Tue 11/115:30 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop18h 31mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,110
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/176:26 amPHL - PVG
1 stop21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/165:00 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,141
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:00 amPHL - SHA
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/137:55 amSHA - PHL
2 stops33h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 9/96:10 amPHL - PVG
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/308:10 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops26h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:30 amPHL - SHA
2 stops38h 25mAir China
Mon 5/264:35 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops38h 10mAir China
Deal found 2/19$1,275
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:00 amPHL - SHA
2 stops39h 45mJapan Airlines
Mon 3/101:10 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops37h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,306
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Mon 4/286:15 amPHL - PVG
2 stops26h 25mANA
Thu 5/151:35 amPVG - PHL
2 stops31h 48mANA
Deal found 2/19$1,309
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:23 amPHL - PVG
2 stops25h 22mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/279:05 amPVG - PHL
2 stops41h 06mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,360
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:35 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop33h 30mLufthansa
Mon 5/2611:50 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop28h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$1,395
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:30 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 5/2711:00 amPVG - PHL
1 stop41h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,440
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/178:45 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop29h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 4/1512:35 amPVG - PHL
1 stop44h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,538

Find flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/29

3:10 pm-5:06 am

2 stops49h 56m

$982

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Sat 3/15

6:12 am-11:20 pm

2 stops29h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/25

7:15 pm-5:10 am

2 stops45h 55m

$1,082

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Sat 3/15

6:12 am-12:55 pm

2 stops42h 43m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/26

8:55 am-5:10 am

2 stops32h 15m

$1,082

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 3/17

5:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/3

5:00 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$1,141

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Sun 2/23

6:40 am-9:30 am

3 stops37h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/2

8:35 am-2:39 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$1,193

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

3:45 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop19h 16m

$1,242

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Mon 4/28

8:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/16

12:10 pm-2:26 pm

3 stops38h 16m

$1,304

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 3/12

6:00 am-1:15 am

2 stops31h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/27

2:30 am-2:08 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$1,309

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 5/1

6:23 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/27

9:05 am-2:11 pm

2 stops41h 06m

$1,360

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 5/1

5:35 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

11:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,370

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 PHL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines and Delta from Philadelphia to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 6 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Shanghai is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,141 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Air China, starting at $1,254 and $1,275 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $641 on Japan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $652 and United Airlines from $653 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,330Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ANACheapest$1,390Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,446Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,475Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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