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$611+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SHA
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 January 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,101
(Delta)

One-way from

$611
(Ovago)

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July

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January

Average price

$1,441
From Lambert-St Louis to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/186:43 amSTL - PVG
1 stop18h 37mDelta
Tue 2/255:30 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,101
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 3/1411:39 amSTL - PVG
1 stop39h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/226:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop17h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,108
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:30 amSTL - PVG
2 stops22h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/1812:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop17h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:10 amSTL - SHA
2 stops39h 35mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/251:10 pmSHA - STL
2 stops36h 11mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,234
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/412:02 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 28mQatar Airways
Thu 4/1712:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/19$1,261
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/185:45 amSTL - PVG
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/242:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops31h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,506
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:15 amSTL - SHA
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/131:40 pmSHA - STL
2 stops35h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,507
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/67:00 amSTL - SHA
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/131:30 pmSHA - STL
3 stops33h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,509
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:15 amSTL - SHA
2 stops40h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/181:20 pmSHA - STL
2 stops41h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/19$1,640
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/311:02 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops22h 13mANA
Fri 2/72:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops26h 07mANA
Deal found 1/19$1,692
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/258:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops22h 45mJapan Airlines
Thu 7/101:15 pmPVG - STL
2 stops22h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,842
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:23 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops24h 32mBritish Airways
Sat 6/2811:00 amPVG - STL
2 stops41h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/19$1,988

Find flights from St. Louis to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 January 20, 2025.

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St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/18

6:43 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/25

5:30 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$1,101

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/14

11:39 am-4:10 pm

1 stop39h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/22

6:10 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$1,108

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/4

6:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/18

12:10 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$1,169

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/18

6:10 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

1:10 pm-11:21 am

2 stops36h 11m

$1,234

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/4

12:02 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops39h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/17

12:35 am-10:10 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,261

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/18

5:45 am-2:20 pm

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/24

2:30 am-7:49 pm

2 stops31h 19m

$1,506

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/6

6:15 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/13

1:40 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops35h 32m

$1,507

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/6

7:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/13

1:30 pm-9:51 am

3 stops33h 21m

$1,509

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/4

6:15 am-12:05 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/18

1:20 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops41h 41m

$1,640

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/31

1:02 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/7

2:30 am-2:37 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$1,692

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai

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How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 34 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 STL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 January 20, 2025.

When flying from St. Louis to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 January 20, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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
1,449 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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
8,521 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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?

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Lambert-St Louis (STL) if they book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai. On average, Lambert-St Louis has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 4 airlines. Lambert-St Louis is conveniently located just 12.7 mi from St. Louis’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Shanghai round-trip from $1,101. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,108, and United Airlines, from $1,169. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $611. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to Shanghai for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 4 airlines flying from St. Louis to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,171Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,258Average$1,979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,272Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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