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$458+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SHA
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/227:25 am
PHL
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PVG
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:10 pm
PVG
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PHL
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$965
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:47 pm
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops38h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:10 pm
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$979
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:25 am
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/71:10 pm
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,043
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:45 am
PHL
-
FOC
2 stops39h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 10/268:45 pm
FOC
-
PHL
2 stops44h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7$1,047
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/2212:45 pm
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops36h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 5/147:20 am
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops28h 51m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9$1,058
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 4/1412:45 pm
PHL
-
CAN
2 stops25h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 5/1310:10 am
CAN
-
PHL
2 stops22h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$1,069
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 10/136:45 am
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/182:30 pm
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops42h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$1,071
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/56:00 am
PHL
-
PEK
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/71:10 pm
PEK
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PHL
1 stop31h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,072
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:25 am
PHL
-
CAN
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1910:10 am
CAN
-
PHL
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,073
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/56:00 am
PHL
-
PEK
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/121:10 pm
PEK
-
PHL
1 stop40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,080
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:45 am
PHL
-
FOC
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1511:30 am
FOC
-
PHL
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,083
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/87:25 am
PHL
-
PEK
2 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1510:40 am
PEK
-
PHL
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,083

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philadelphia to China flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$965
(Expedia)

One-way from

$458
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,524
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to China that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Wed 4/22

6:12 am-10:40 pm

2 stops28h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

8:55 am-9:29 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$1,101

PhiladelphiaQingdao

PHL - TAO

PHLTAO

Philadelphia

Thu 4/16

5:30 am-1:45 pm

2 stops44h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Mon 4/20

2:55 pm-2:36 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$1,122

PhiladelphiaShanghai

PHL - SHA

PHLSHA

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

12:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops44h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

1:20 pm-12:11 am

2 stops46h 51m

$1,241

PhiladelphiaShenzhen

PHL - SZX

PHLSZX

Philadelphia

Sun 4/5

8:30 am-11:50 am

3 stops39h 20m

Shenzhen

Sun 4/12

7:10 am-7:40 am

2 stops36h 30m

$1,246

PhiladelphiaGuangzhou

PHL - CAN

PHLCAN

Philadelphia

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-12:50 pm

3 stops42h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 4/9

9:15 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$1,249

PhiladelphiaWuxi

PHL - WUX

PHLWUX

Philadelphia

Wed 4/22

10:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Wuxi

Wed 5/13

8:40 am-5:52 am

2 stops33h 12m

$1,272

PhiladelphiaWuxi

PHL - WUX

PHLWUX

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

12:53 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 07m

Wuxi

Wed 5/13

8:40 am-5:52 am

2 stops33h 12m

$1,272

PhiladelphiaShenzhen

PHL - SZX

PHLSZX

Philadelphia

Thu 4/30

5:30 am-11:35 am

2 stops42h 05m

Shenzhen

Mon 5/4

12:45 pm-12:59 am

2 stops48h 14m

$1,322

PhiladelphiaBeijing

PHL - PEK

PHLPEK

Philadelphia

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/10

5:25 pm-7:49 am

1 stop26h 24m

$1,333

PhiladelphiaGuangzhou

PHL - CAN

PHLCAN

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

6:33 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 5/18

1:35 am-9:05 am

1 stop43h 30m

$1,345

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to China

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to China?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to China (average of $513). Flying from Philadelphia to China in October is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 March 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,China Southern, andUnited Airlines from Philadelphia to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,421 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,440 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,784 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,284 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to China from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to China?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, and United Airlines fly from Philadelphia to China in about 21h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 50m. The distance between Philadelphia and China is about 6857 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to China one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $488 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $508 and American Airlines from $540 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Philadelphia to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Philadelphia to China consider Philadelphia - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Philadelphia - Shanghai Pu Dong or Philadelphia - Beijing Capital as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to China?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to China (average of $513). Flying from Philadelphia to China in October is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to China

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$512Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,177Average$1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,250Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China SouthernCheapest$1,295Average$1,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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