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$634+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Shanghai

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RIC — SHA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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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 November 20, 2024.

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$1,297
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$634
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/26:00 amRIC - PVG
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Fri 1/315:30 pmPVG - RIC
1 stop17h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,297
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/26:15 amRIC - PVG
2 stops30h 00mANA
Thu 1/302:30 amPVG - RIC
2 stops24h 17mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,747
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/26:15 amRIC - SHA
2 stops41h 10mANA
Fri 1/311:40 pmSHA - RIC
2 stops37h 04mANA
Deal found 11/19$2,566
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:00 pmRIC - PVG
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/312:00 pmPVG - RIC
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$3,063

Find flights from Richmond to Shanghai within your budget

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

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RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/2

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/31

5:30 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$1,297

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/9

6:36 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/21

6:10 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,355

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/9

2:29 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/20

10:30 am-7:32 pm

2 stops46h 02m

$1,495

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/9

2:29 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/20

12:10 am-8:11 pm

2 stops57h 01m

$1,531

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/9

6:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/20

1:40 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops44h 49m

$1,682

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/7

6:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/20

1:40 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops42h 52m

$1,735

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/2

6:15 am-1:15 am

2 stops30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/30

2:30 am-1:47 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$1,747

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/3

9:09 am-2:45 pm

3 stops40h 36m

$634

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/3

4:14 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$700

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/10

7:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$703

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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, Virginia to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Richmond, Virginia 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 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond, Virginia 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 November 20, 2024.
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,148 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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, Virginia to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,297. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $1,355 and $1,531, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $700. However, be on the lookout for offers from Japan Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Richmond, Virginia to Shanghai for a low price.

  • 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, Virginia to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Richmond, Virginia 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 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 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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