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$441+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SHA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Shanghai are usually found in October or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 November 20, 2024.

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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 November 20, 2024.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:40 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 12/2410:55 amPVG - PHL
1 stop42h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/18$1,103
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/46:40 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/242:45 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,250
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:15 pmPHL - PVG
2 stops23h 00mANA
Mon 12/232:30 amPVG - PHL
2 stops28h 06mANA
Deal found 11/18$1,306
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/49:00 amPHL - SHA
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/246:05 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,309
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/41:15 pmPHL - SHA
2 stops34h 10mANA
Tue 12/241:40 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops37h 36mANA
Deal found 11/18$1,352
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:30 amPHL - SHA
2 stops36h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/210:30 pmSHA - PHL
2 stops45h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$1,616
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/106:51 pmPHL - PVG
2 stops33h 04mDelta
Thu 12/265:30 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop18h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/18$1,642
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/25:17 pmPHL - PVG
3 stops39h 18mChina Southern
Mon 1/1311:10 amPVG - PHL
2 stops33h 28mChina Southern
Deal found 11/19$1,657
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/23:50 pmPHL - SHA
2 stops31h 25mChina Southern
Mon 1/1310:50 amSHA - PHL
3 stops33h 48mChina Southern
Deal found 11/19$1,658
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/91:15 pmPHL - PVG
2 stops30h 10mSWISS
Mon 1/1311:40 amPVG - PHL
2 stops41h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/18$1,673
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:00 amPHL - PVG
2 stops42h 00mAir Canada
Sun 12/295:50 pmPVG - PHL
2 stops34h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 11/18$1,728
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/29:00 pmPHL - PVG
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/136:10 pmPVG - PHL
1 stop17h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,740

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

6:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/24

10:55 am-4:20 pm

1 stop42h 25m

$1,103

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

6:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/24

2:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,250

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

1:15 pm-1:15 am

2 stops23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/23

2:30 am-5:36 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$1,306

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

9:00 am-9:30 am

3 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/24

6:05 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$1,309

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Wed 12/4

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/24

1:40 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops37h 36m

$1,352

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 1/23

5:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop27h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/26

12:10 am-4:00 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,545

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/27

5:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$1,572

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Wed 3/5

6:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/31

6:25 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops33h 42m

$1,621

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Mon 3/17

12:17 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/1

1:20 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops36h 56m

$1,625

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - PVG

PHLPVG

Philadelphia

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops47h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/26

1:30 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops37h 45m

$1,630

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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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai is 13 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 $1,791). 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 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 November 20, 2024.

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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, ANA 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.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

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 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Shanghai is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,103 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are ANA and Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,306 and $1,456 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai for 35% 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 $758 on ANA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $919 and China Southern from $941 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 $1,791). 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 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,314Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,402Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,446Average$1,811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,597Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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