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$506+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Atlanta (ATL)

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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — ATL
May 12 — May 191
Mon 5/12
Mon 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Atlanta (ATL). 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 May 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,154
(SWISS)

One-way from

$506
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,401
From Shanghai to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 7, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/712:10 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops21h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/107:34 pmATL - PVG
2 stops33h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$966
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2910:10 amPVG - ATL
2 stops47h 19mSWISS
Sun 8/318:22 amATL - PVG
2 stops35h 18mSWISS
Deal found 5/6$1,154
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/3011:50 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops29h 49mLufthansa
Mon 9/16:59 pmATL - PVG
2 stops56h 51mLufthansa
Deal found 5/6$1,171
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Thu 7/311:55 amPVG - ATL
2 stops29h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/14:05 pmATL - PVG
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,210
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 5/78:50 amPVG - ATL
1 stop37h 25mKorean Air
Sat 5/1012:30 pmATL - PVG
1 stop19h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 5/6$1,399
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3010:25 pmPVG - ATL
1 stop26h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 8/299:45 pmATL - PVG
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,587
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2812:35 amPVG - ATL
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 9/37:30 pmATL - PVG
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,626
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/37:10 pmPVG - ATL
3 stops64h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 9/39:30 amATL - PVG
2 stops65h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,829
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2812:05 amPVG - ATL
2 stops35h 39mEmirates
Tue 9/23:40 pmATL - PVG
2 stops35h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/6$2,470
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/112:20 amPVG - ATL
2 stops44h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/3110:35 amATL - PVG
1 stop41h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/6$2,550
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 8/25:30 pmPVG - ATL
2 stops28h 11mDelta
Tue 9/28:30 pmATL - PVG
1 stop30h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/6$2,658
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/11:35 pmSHA - ATL
2 stops22h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/13:40 pmATL - SHA
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$2,726

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Atlanta 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 May 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Atlanta that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Atlanta

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Depart

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Price

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/29

10:10 am-9:29 pm

2 stops47h 19m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/31

8:22 am-7:40 am

2 stops35h 18m

$1,154

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/30

11:50 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops29h 49m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/1

6:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops56h 51m

$1,171

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/31

1:55 am-7:52 pm

2 stops29h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/1

4:05 pm-9:15 am

1 stop29h 10m

$1,210

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/30

10:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 8/29

9:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,587

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/28

12:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 9/3

7:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$1,626

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/3

7:10 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops64h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 9/3

9:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops65h 35m

$1,829

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/31

12:10 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops41h 29m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 9/3

7:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$2,025

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/28

12:05 am-11:44 pm

2 stops35h 39m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/30

3:40 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$2,470

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/1

12:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops44h 35m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/31

10:35 am-3:45 pm

1 stop41h 10m

$2,550

ShanghaiAtlanta

PVG - ATL

PVGATL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/2

5:30 pm-9:41 am

2 stops28h 11m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/2

8:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$2,658

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Atlanta

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Atlanta

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Atlanta?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Shanghai to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 PVG to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 7, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Atlanta in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 23, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Atlanta flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Atlanta ranges from 3.4 - 5.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Atlanta when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Atlanta, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. 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 Atlanta. Reviews last updated May 7, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,468 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,293 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,224 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Atlanta. 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 into for flights to Atlanta from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Atlanta from Shanghai, you will be flying to Hartsfield-Jackson, which is the city’s only airport. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is located 8.2 mi from the center of Atlanta. There are 0 flights from Shanghai to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Atlanta round-trip?

    According to our current data, SWISS ($1,154), Lufthansa ($1,171), and Turkish Airlines ($1,587) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Atlanta. SWISS is priced at 14% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Atlanta one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $533 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $542 and Air Canada from $588 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Atlanta?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Atlanta 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 Shanghai to Atlanta?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Shanghai to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 Shanghai to Atlanta

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Atlanta. 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 May 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$929Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$961Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,100Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$1,220Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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