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$547+ 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
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,130
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$547
(Cathay Pacific)
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Cheapest flights from Albany to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/195:01 pmALB - PVG
2 stops34h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/266:25 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,130
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2110:05 amALB - PVG
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Sun 1/255:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops40h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 1/6$1,575
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 1/227:02 amALB - PVG
2 stops42h 38mQatar Airways
Mon 1/2611:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,579
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/225:50 pmALB - PEK
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/111:50 amPEK - ALB
2 stops41h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,596
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 1/195:30 amALB - PVG
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Mon 1/265:30 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop18h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/6$1,617
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/197:02 amALB - SHA
2 stops40h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/2610:30 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,789
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/263:48 pmALB - CAN
2 stops33h 37mQatar Airways
Thu 1/2912:55 amCAN - ALB
2 stops51h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,846
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:35 amALB - PEK
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2710:50 amPEK - ALB
2 stops26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,870
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 2/207:30 pmALB - PEK
3 stops32h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/277:20 pmPEK - ALB
2 stops31h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$2,038
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/226:00 amALB - PEK
2 stops35h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/267:20 pmPEK - ALB
2 stops55h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$2,227

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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 January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to China that are best for you.

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AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Mon 1/19

6:25 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

6:25 pm-11:02 am

3 stops29h 37m

$1,130

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Wed 1/21

10:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/25

5:35 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$1,575

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

$1,579

AlbanyBeijing

ALB - PEK

ALBPEK

Albany Intl

Sun 2/22

5:50 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/1

11:50 am-4:13 pm

2 stops41h 23m

$1,596

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Mon 1/19

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

5:30 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$1,617

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Mon 1/19

7:02 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/26

10:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$1,789

AlbanyGuangzhou

ALB - CAN

ALBCAN

Albany Intl

Mon 1/26

3:48 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops33h 37m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 1/29

12:55 am-3:20 pm

2 stops51h 25m

$1,846

AlbanyBeijing

ALB - PEK

ALBPEK

Albany Intl

Fri 2/20

11:35 am-8:35 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 2/27

10:50 am-12:09 am

2 stops26h 19m

$1,870

AlbanyBeijing

ALB - PEK

ALBPEK

Albany Intl

Fri 2/20

7:30 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops32h 55m

Beijing Capital

Fri 2/27

7:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$2,038

AlbanyBeijing

ALB - PEK

ALBPEK

Albany Intl

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-6:35 am

2 stops35h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 1/26

7:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops55h 45m

$2,227

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to China

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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 January 8, 2026.
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
8,032 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
8,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,032 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
7,698 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,032 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

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  • 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 33h. 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 Pu Dong or Albany Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Albany Intl - Beijing Capital 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,067Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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