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$678+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) to Shanghai

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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SHA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 November 20, 2024.

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$1,254
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$678
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/46:30 amSTL - PVG
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Wed 12/185:30 pmPVG - STL
1 stop17h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/18$1,254
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/25:45 amSTL - PVG
2 stops23h 55mJapan Airlines
Sun 2/161:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops23h 43mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,313
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:20 amSTL - PVG
2 stops23h 55mANA
Tue 12/172:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops23h 49mANA
Deal found 11/18$1,553
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/411:20 amSTL - SHA
2 stops35h 05mANA
Wed 12/181:40 pmSHA - STL
2 stops41h 07mANA
Deal found 11/18$1,608
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/25:45 amSTL - PVG
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/152:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,681
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/43:45 pmSTL - PVG
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Tue 12/171:55 amPVG - STL
2 stops29h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 11/18$1,851
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/26:17 amSTL - SHA
2 stops40h 03mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/161:35 pmSHA - STL
2 stops42h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$2,068
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:04 amSTL - SHA
2 stops38h 41mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/81:10 pmSHA - STL
2 stops47h 53mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,208
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/215:59 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops34h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/118:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops33h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,340
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/1011:20 amSTL - SHA
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/311:10 pmSHA - STL
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$2,416
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:50 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops58h 10mAir Canada
Sun 1/125:50 pmPVG - STL
2 stops36h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$2,753
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/214:32 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops50h 38mBritish Airways
Sun 1/1210:55 amPVG - STL
2 stops49h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$2,823

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

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St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/4

6:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/18

5:30 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$1,254

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/19

11:38 am-4:10 pm

1 stop38h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

5:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$1,266

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/2

5:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/16

1:25 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,313

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/19

7:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/6

12:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,386

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/4

11:20 am-1:15 am

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/17

2:30 am-12:19 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$1,553

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/4

11:20 am-12:25 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/18

1:40 pm-4:47 pm

2 stops41h 07m

$1,608

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/19

7:20 am-11:45 am

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/1

1:35 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,627

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/19

7:20 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/7

1:20 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops46h 34m

$1,639

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/2

5:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/15

2:30 am-10:47 am

2 stops22h 17m

$1,681

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/16

3:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop28h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/1

12:10 am-9:46 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$1,850

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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 November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 86 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 $1,791). 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 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 November 20, 2024.

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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about ANA 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
833 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

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 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 $1,254. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,266, and Japan Airlines, from $1,313. These flights start at 30% 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 $678. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Cathay Pacific, 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 $1,791). 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 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,171Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,272Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,324Average$2,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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