Philadelphia

$588+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PHL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/411:35 pm
PVG
-
PHL
1 stop46h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/114:43 pm
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops33h 57m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/46:00 pm
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops36h 56m
Delta
Wed 3/117:00 am
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops23h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$1,189
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/41:30 pm
PVG
-
PHL
1 stop21h 03m
Air China
Wed 3/118:21 am
PHL
-
PVG
1 stop22h 24m
Air China
Deal found 2/2$1,198
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:00 am
PVG
-
PHL
1 stop41h 40m
British Airways
Sat 4/46:45 pm
PHL
-
PVG
1 stop25h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 2/1$1,271
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/47:45 am
SHA
-
PHL
2 stops26h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1112:21 pm
PHL
-
SHA
2 stops38h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,371
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/32:20 am
PVG
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PHL
3 stops33h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/113:30 pm
PHL
-
PVG
3 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,620
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 3/195:35 pm
PVG
-
PHL
2 stops41h 09m
Air Canada
Wed 4/19:15 am
PHL
-
PVG
2 stops40h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/3$5,368
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 3/191:10 pm
SHA
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PHL
2 stops37h 27m
Japan Airlines
Wed 4/17:14 am
PHL
-
SHA
2 stops40h 11m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 2/2$6,462

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 February 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,127
(Qatar Airways)

One-way from

$588
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

11:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop46h 25m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

4:43 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,127

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

6:00 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops36h 56m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

7:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$1,189

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

8:55 pm-5:14 pm

3 stops33h 19m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

5:45 am-6:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,189

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

1:30 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop21h 03m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

8:21 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 24m

$1,198

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

11:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop41h 40m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/4

6:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 10m

$1,271

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/4

7:45 am-9:33 pm

2 stops26h 48m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/11

12:21 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 59m

$1,371

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/19

1:10 pm-2:37 pm

2 stops37h 27m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/1

7:14 am-11:25 am

2 stops40h 11m

$6,462

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

5:00 pm-5:31 am

3 stops48h 31m

$588

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

PVG - PHL

PVGPHL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/29

1:20 pm-11:41 am

3 stops58h 21m

$620

ShanghaiPhiladelphia

SHA - PHL

SHAPHL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/14

7:30 pm-10:59 am

3 stops51h 29m

$683

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia (average of $359). Flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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 Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Shanghai to Philadelphia. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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 Shanghai to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia from Shanghai?

    For a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, you will be flying into Philadelphia. Philadelphia (PHL) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Philadelphia is the only Philadelphia airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Shanghai per day. 1 airline has flights to Philadelphia from Shanghai on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

    For as low as $1,189, Qatar Airways can have you in Philadelphia from Shanghai in 33h 19m. Shanghai and Philadelphia are separated by a distance of 7404 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($1,191), offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Philadelphia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia (average of $359). Flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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 Shanghai to Philadelphia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia. 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 February 3, 2026.
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DeltaCheapest$1,191Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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