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$517+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) to Shanghai, China

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

Round-trip from

$1,106
(Delta)

One-way from

$517
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,435
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 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 3/72:13 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops36h 42mDelta
Sat 3/155:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops31h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,106
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.
Tue 2/255:36 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops58h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/38:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops56h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,134
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/79:50 amSTL - PVG
2 stops41h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 9/2512:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,222
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/235:45 amSTL - PVG
2 stops23h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/256:35 pmPVG - STL
2 stops33h 21mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,247
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.
Sun 4/65:27 pmSTL - PVG
1 stop32h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/135:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,250
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:15 amSTL - SHA
2 stops40h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 4/131:20 pmSHA - STL
2 stops46h 56mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$1,802
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/612:15 pmSTL - PVG
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/133:55 pmPVG - STL
2 stops35h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,868
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/236:15 amSTL - PVG
2 stops25h 10mANA
Mon 2/242:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops26h 41mANA
Deal found 2/19$2,002
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/73:30 pmSTL - PVG
1 stop34h 35mLufthansa
Thu 9/251:55 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$2,301
This AranGrant 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops27h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 8/128:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops22h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$6,033
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/68:25 amSTL - SHA
2 stops38h 50mANA
Tue 8/121:35 pmSHA - STL
2 stops38h 18mANA
Deal found 2/19$6,512
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:54 pmSTL - SHA
2 stops38h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/121:30 pmSHA - STL
3 stops23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$11,227

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 February 20, 2025.

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Shanghai

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Price

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/7

2:13 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops36h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/15

5:30 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,106

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

5:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops58h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/13

8:10 pm-9:56 am

2 stops50h 46m

$1,249

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

5:27 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop32h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/13

5:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$1,250

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/3

12:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/22

12:35 am-9:52 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$1,370

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

6:15 am-12:05 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/13

1:20 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops46h 56m

$1,802

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

12:15 pm-12:35 am

3 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/13

3:55 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops35h 54m

$1,868

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/7

1:05 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/14

2:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$2,268

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/6

3:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/12

1:55 am-9:48 pm

2 stops32h 53m

$3,733

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/6

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

8:35 am-5:56 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$6,033

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/6

8:25 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/12

1:35 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops38h 18m

$6,512

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai

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

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 $1,833). 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 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 February 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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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!

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

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 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 $1,106. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,249, and American Airlines, from $1,250. These flights start at 37% 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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $559. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Japan 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 $1,833). 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 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,171Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,243Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,258Average$2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,272Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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