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$1,101+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Shanghai, China

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RIC — SHA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,106
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($294 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:05 amRIC - PVG
1 stop19h 15mDelta
Fri 2/285:30 pmPVG - RIC
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,101
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:18 amRIC - PVG
2 stops26h 22mANA
Wed 5/71:35 amPVG - RIC
2 stops24h 12mANA
Deal found 2/20$1,281
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:20 amRIC - PVG
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/123:55 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops40h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,480
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:10 amRIC - PVG
1 stop19h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/125:00 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops28h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,586
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:15 amRIC - SHA
2 stops42h 10mANA
Tue 4/11:35 pmSHA - RIC
2 stops38h 54mANA
Deal found 2/19$1,725
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/224:59 pmRIC - SHA
2 stops36h 11mKorean Air
Sat 3/296:25 pmSHA - RIC
2 stops33h 53mKorean Air
Deal found 2/20$2,370
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/217:37 amRIC - SHA
2 stops40h 08mJapan Airlines
Fri 3/281:10 pmSHA - RIC
2 stops39h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$4,500
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 3/206:00 amRIC - PVG
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/271:30 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops32h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$6,518

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Price

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 3/21

7:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/28

5:30 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$1,106

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/2

6:18 am-8:40 pm

2 stops26h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/7

1:35 am-1:47 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$1,281

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/18

6:15 am-12:25 pm

2 stops42h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/1

1:35 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops38h 54m

$1,725

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/22

9:41 pm-8:25 pm

3 stops34h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/29

2:15 pm-8:39 pm

3 stops42h 24m

$1,838

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/22

4:59 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops36h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/29

6:25 pm-4:18 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$2,370

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 3/21

7:37 am-11:45 am

2 stops40h 08m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/28

1:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$4,500

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/27

1:30 pm-9:36 am

2 stops32h 06m

$6,518

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/7

5:40 am-11:40 am

3 stops42h 00m

$3,614

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Deals found on 2/20

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 $1,833). 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 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 February 20, 2025.

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 February 20, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,037 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
8,220 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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 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. 2 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 $1,106, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include ANA and Korean Air. These flights start at 35% 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 $1,833). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,298Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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