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$1,297+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Shanghai, China

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RIC — SHA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 22, 2024.

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$1,297
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

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Sun 12/226:15 amRIC - PVG
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2311:00 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$18,086

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 22, 2024.

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RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/1

7:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/9

3:45 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$1,297

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/14

11:29 am-4:30 pm

2 stops41h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

12:35 am-11:28 pm

2 stops34h 53m

$1,482

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/8

7:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/20

6:25 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$1,560

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/14

11:29 am-4:30 pm

2 stops41h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

11:10 am-9:04 pm

3 stops45h 54m

$1,684

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/1

10:25 am-1:15 am

2 stops25h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/31

2:30 am-1:44 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$1,725

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

3:20 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/13

11:00 am-7:51 pm

2 stops44h 51m

$1,736

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

7:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/13

5:00 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops31h 09m

$1,796

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/1

10:35 am-12:25 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/1

1:30 pm-9:42 am

3 stops33h 12m

$2,008

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/1

6:15 am-12:25 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/1

1:40 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops37h 07m

$2,045

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/8

2:30 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/19

12:10 am-8:11 pm

2 stops57h 01m

$2,232

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Richmond to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 RIC to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 22, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 22, 2024.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
844 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
8,594 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Shanghai?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Shanghai. 3 airlines have flights from Byrd Intl to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

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

    Delta, at $1,297, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Korean Air. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Richmond to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,297Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,472Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,664Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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