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$477+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Raleigh (RDU)

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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — RDU
out 16 — out 231
qui 10/16
qui 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 setembro 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,057
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$477
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,333
From Shanghai to Raleigh-Durham
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on setembro 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sáb 9/206:25 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops31h 38mDelta
seg 9/295:45 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/14$1,057
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
ter 9/305:00 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
ter 10/145:14 amRDU - PVG
1 stop21h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,071
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 9/307:10 amPVG - RDU
2 stops45h 58mMultiple Airlines
ter 10/147:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
qui 10/308:35 amPVG - RDU
3 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
qui 11/62:14 pmRDU - PVG
3 stops32h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
seg 9/295:00 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
qui 10/25:13 amRDU - PVG
1 stop21h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,232
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 10/292:30 amPVG - RDU
2 stops23h 38mANA
qui 11/61:30 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops22h 45mANA
Deal found 9/14$1,444
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 9/2012:50 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
seg 9/298:00 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,553
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 9/201:20 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops34h 09mCathay Pacific
seg 9/296:10 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops29h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$1,782

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Raleigh 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 setembro 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Shanghai

Fly to

Raleigh

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Return

Price

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 10/30

1:30 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops20h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 11/6

8:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,057

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 9/29

5:00 pm-9:29 am

2 stops28h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 10/2

5:13 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 37m

$1,236

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 10/29

2:20 am-10:55 am

3 stops44h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 11/6

2:14 pm-10:15 am

3 stops31h 01m

$1,244

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 2/5

12:10 am-5:44 pm

2 stops30h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

sex 7/3

2:50 pm-9:15 am

2 stops54h 25m

$1,402

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 10/29

2:30 am-2:08 pm

2 stops23h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 11/6

1:30 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,444

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 9/29

8:10 pm-11:44 am

2 stops27h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 10/2

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,522

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

sex 2/6

10:55 am-7:45 pm

2 stops45h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

sex 7/3

6:25 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 30m

$1,539

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

sex 2/6

11:40 am-9:46 pm

3 stops47h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

sex 7/3

10:30 am-7:35 am

2 stops33h 05m

$1,588

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 10/29

12:10 am-11:41 pm

2 stops35h 31m

Raleigh-Durham

qui 11/6

4:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop29h 05m

$1,609

ShanghaiRaleigh

PVG - RDU

PVGRDU

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 9/29

2:25 am-9:45 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

ter 10/14

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,619

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Raleigh

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated setembro 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Raleigh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated setembro 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Shanghai to Raleigh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh from Shanghai?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Raleigh from Shanghai. Booking flights from Shanghai to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Raleigh?

    A quick flight from Shanghai to Raleigh can take about 20h 24m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,057. There are 7612 mi between Shanghai and Raleigh. 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 Raleigh round-trip?

    Delta, at $1,110, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to Raleigh.. Delta is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Shanghai to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Raleigh

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Shanghai to Raleigh. 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 setembro 16, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$1,110Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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