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$468+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SHA
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Mon 11/107:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops38h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/258:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 26mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$998
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Thu 11/279:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/47:10 amPVG - STL
2 stops30h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,030
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Wed 12/319:18 amSTL - PVG
2 stops46h 42mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/98:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops26h 13mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/27$1,045
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Thu 11/277:00 amSTL - SHA
2 stops39h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/410:30 pmSHA - STL
2 stops34h 36mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,063
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Tue 11/257:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops26h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/25:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops37h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/26$1,073
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Wed 11/127:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/127:10 amPVG - STL
2 stops25h 56mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/25$1,078
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Thu 10/306:39 amSTL - PVG
2 stops46h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/87:10 amPVG - STL
2 stops30h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,080
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Tue 11/257:00 amSTL - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:25 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,082
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Sat 11/18:00 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/96:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops27h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,086
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Wed 11/191:20 pmSTL - PVG
1 stop37h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/46:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops27h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,093
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Mon 11/177:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops26h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/57:10 amPVG - STL
2 stops25h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/27$1,094
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Sun 11/167:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops49h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/48:30 amPVG - STL
2 stops29h 27mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/27$1,095

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to China

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$468
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Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to China that are best for you.

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St. Louis

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/10

7:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/25

8:30 am-10:56 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$998

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

11:05 am-1:30 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

8:30 am-6:03 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$998

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/27

9:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

7:10 am-11:57 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,030

St. LouisChongqing

STL - CKG

STLCKG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 5/6

5:25 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops41h 23m

$1,048

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/27

7:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/4

10:30 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$1,063

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/6

2:45 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops47h 12m

$1,080

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/27

5:17 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

6:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,082

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

6:10 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$1,082

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/25

5:17 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,082

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/10

7:58 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops30h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/25

6:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$1,086

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to China?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to China (average of $1,045). Flying from St. Louis to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,526). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from St. Louis to China by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to China. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines from St. Louis to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Lambert-St Louis (STL) if they book a flight from St. Louis to China. Lambert-St Louis is conveniently located just 12.7 mi from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to China?

    Cathay Pacific and American Airlines can get you from St. Louis to China in just under 21h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 27m. St. Louis and China are separated by a distance of 7178 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from St. Louis to China?

    Most travelers choose Lambert-St Louis - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Lambert-St Louis - Shanghai Pu Dong or Lambert-St Louis - Guangzhou Baiyun when deciding on the best route from St. Louis to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to China that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to China (average of $1,045). Flying from St. Louis to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,526). 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 3 airlines flying from St. Louis to China

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,057Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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