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$540+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Shanghai, China

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai are usually found in January or October, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,230
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$540
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Average price

$1,886
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:00 amRDU - PVG
1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/36:10 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,324
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3110:10 amRDU - SHA
2 stops37h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/310:30 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops26h 46mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,527
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/317:19 amRDU - PVG
2 stops44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/311:20 amPVG - RDU
3 stops35h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/317:00 amRDU - SHA
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/31:30 pmSHA - RDU
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,536
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/228:10 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Wed 1/15:30 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,193
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3111:17 amRDU - PVG
2 stops24h 58mANA
Sun 2/22:30 amPVG - RDU
2 stops24h 39mANA
Deal found 12/17$2,312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/188:05 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/71:30 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops33h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$3,303
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/227:45 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Sat 1/412:10 amPVG - RDU
2 stops30h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$3,694
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/221:05 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops36h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 1/611:45 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops49h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$3,879
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2010:53 amRDU - PVG
2 stops36h 52mSingapore Airlines
Sat 1/412:10 amPVG - RDU
3 stops60h 41mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/18$4,550
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/194:15 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops34h 45mAir Canada
Fri 1/35:50 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops29h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$4,766
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:20 pmRDU - PVG
1 stop35h 45mAir France
Sun 1/510:05 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops37h 26mAir France
Deal found 12/18$4,972

Find flights from Raleigh to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

6:35 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops31h 47m

$1,230

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/28

7:05 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$1,240

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/7

8:50 am-11:24 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,248

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

8:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$1,250

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/31

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

6:10 pm-12:39 am

1 stop19h 29m

$1,324

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/31

4:18 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops36h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/7

12:35 am-9:33 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$1,386

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

5:05 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/7

11:00 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$1,406

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/28

4:35 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops32h 41m

$1,448

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

12:41 pm-6:40 am

2 stops28h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

12:10 am-11:44 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,479

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/31

7:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

1:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops33h 10m

$1,536

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 18, 2024.
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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
1,443 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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
8,604 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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?

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Shanghai?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Raleigh-Durham; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 10 airlines have flights from the Raleigh airport to Shanghai. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Shanghai round-trip from $1,230. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,240, and United Airlines, from $1,250. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $635. Users have also found prices from $725 and $901 on Japan Airlines and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Raleigh 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 10 airlines flying from Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,246Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,264Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,266Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,283Average$1,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,375Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,396Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,485Average$1,677FlexibilityNo 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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