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$521+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SHA
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to China

Best flights from Albany to China
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Albany to China that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 2/131:05 pmALB - PVG
2 stops38h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/216:25 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops34h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,074
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Thu 1/155:30 amALB - PVG
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Thu 2/125:30 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop18h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/28$1,202
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Thu 1/156:00 amALB - SHA
2 stops41h 25mANA
Thu 2/121:40 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops44h 16mANA
Deal found 12/28$1,438
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Wed 1/217:02 amALB - PVG
2 stops42h 38mQatar Airways
Sun 1/2511:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/28$1,617
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 2/132:30 pmALB - PVG
2 stops35h 50mVietnam Airlines
Sat 2/215:30 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop18h 54mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,653
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 2/1312:37 pmALB - PVG
1 stop37h 43mChina Airlines
Sat 2/215:30 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop18h 54mChina Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,867
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:16 amALB - SHA
2 stops40h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/211:35 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops47h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$2,144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 1/222:40 pmALB - PEK
2 stops37h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/267:20 pmPEK - ALB
2 stops31h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$2,275
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Thu 1/2211:27 amALB - CAN
2 stops37h 58mQatar Airways
Sun 1/2512:55 amCAN - ALB
2 stops56h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/28$1,630
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Thu 1/227:02 amALB - PVG
2 stops42h 38mQatar Airways
Mon 1/2611:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/28$1,641
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Thu 1/152:40 pmALB - PVG
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/1211:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops37h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$2,813

Find flight deals from Albany to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albany to China flight deals. Data was last updated December 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,041
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$521
(Cathay Pacific)
From Albany Intl to China
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to China 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 December 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to China that are best for you.

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Albany

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 2/13

1:05 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/21

6:25 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,074

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 1/15

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/12

5:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$1,202

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/12

1:40 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops44h 16m

$1,438

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Wed 1/21

7:02 am-2:40 pm

2 stops42h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/25

11:35 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$1,617

AlbanyGuangzhou

ALB - CAN

ALBCAN

Albany Intl

Thu 1/22

11:27 am-2:25 pm

2 stops37h 58m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 1/25

12:55 am-8:46 pm

2 stops56h 51m

$1,630

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 1/22

7:02 am-2:40 pm

2 stops42h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

11:35 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$1,641

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 2/13

2:30 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/21

5:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$1,653

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 2/13

12:37 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 43m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/21

5:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$1,867

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Fri 2/13

7:16 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/21

1:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops47h 21m

$2,144

AlbanyBeijing

ALB - PEK

ALBPEK

Albany Intl

Thu 1/22

2:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Beijing Capital

Mon 1/26

7:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$2,275

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to China?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to China (average of $1,067). Flying from Albany, New York to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,131). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated December 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to China, such as Delta and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,666 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to China. 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 Albany to China?

    If you book a flight to China from Albany, you will be flying from Albany Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Albany Intl (ALB) is located 7.4 mi from the center of Albany.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to China?

    Departing from Albany, New York to China will take you 20h 50m. There are 7231 mi between Albany, New York and China. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to China?

    While some choose either Albany Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Albany Intl - Guangzhou Baiyun, Albany Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong is the most popular route from Albany, New York to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albany to China that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albany to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to China 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 Albany, New York to China?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to China (average of $1,067). Flying from Albany, New York to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,131). 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 airline flying from Albany to China

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Albany to China. 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 December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,067Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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