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$514+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Shanghai, China

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RDU — SHA
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai are usually found in March or January, booked 47 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,030
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$514
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,674
From Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai
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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 February 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/88:20 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/155:00 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,030
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.
Thu 3/136:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/112:10 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,106
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:41 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops39h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1510:30 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops42h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/306:02 amRDU - PVG
2 stops21h 23mDelta
Wed 9/35:30 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops29h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/21$1,264
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 4/812:45 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops23h 50mANA
Mon 4/141:35 amPVG - RDU
2 stops24h 33mANA
Deal found 2/22$1,267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 5/127:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/231:10 pmPVG - RDU
3 stops33h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,275
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.
Sun 3/166:23 amRDU - SHA
2 stops27h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/221:30 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,275
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops46h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 6/912:35 amPVG - RDU
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,405
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/99:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops41h 05mAir Canada
Mon 5/263:55 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops41h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$1,443
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/139:15 amRDU - SHA
2 stops38h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/11:20 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops34h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$1,518
This Surpr!ce 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 Surpr!ce is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:00 amRDU - SHA
2 stops42h 15mANA
Mon 4/141:35 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops36h 33mANA
Deal found 2/20$1,539
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:10 pmRDU - PVG
1 stop25h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 7/211:00 amPVG - RDU
2 stops42h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,654

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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Raleigh

Fly to

Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/8

8:20 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

5:00 pm-12:32 am

1 stop19h 32m

$1,030

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/13

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

12:10 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,106

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/8

6:41 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops39h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/15

10:30 pm-5:23 am

2 stops42h 53m

$1,215

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/30

6:02 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

5:30 pm-11:26 am

2 stops29h 56m

$1,264

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-1:25 am

2 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/23

1:10 pm-10:42 am

3 stops33h 32m

$1,275

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/16

6:23 am-9:40 pm

2 stops27h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/22

1:30 pm-5:20 am

2 stops27h 50m

$1,275

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/13

1:35 am-2:05 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,305

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops46h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/9

12:35 am-11:10 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,405

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/9

9:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

3:55 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops41h 12m

$1,443

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

9:15 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/1

1:20 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops34h 53m

$1,518

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai

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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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 February 22, 2025.

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 February 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Raleigh to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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
836 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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!

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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
8,203 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

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 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 6 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 $1,030. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,106, and Delta, from $1,264. These flights start at 40% 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 $559. Users have also found prices from $575 and $639 on United Airlines and American 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,171Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,247Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,274Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,307Average$1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$2,044Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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