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$1,579+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Shanghai, China

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ALB — SHA
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,579
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,089
From Albany Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/304:23 pmALB - PVG
2 stops27h 32mBritish Airways
Tue 6/1011:00 amPVG - ALB
2 stops45h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 7/276:55 pmALB - PVG
2 stops31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/155:00 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops31h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,027
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/273:54 pmALB - PVG
2 stops36h 26mQatar Airways
Thu 8/1412:35 amPVG - ALB
2 stops51h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$2,059
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/304:50 pmALB - PVG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/912:35 amPVG - ALB
2 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$2,061
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 7/276:00 amALB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Fri 8/153:45 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop19h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/29$2,795
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/301:10 pmALB - SHA
2 stops35h 05mANA
Tue 6/101:35 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops44h 12mANA
Deal found 4/28$2,907
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/306:00 amALB - PVG
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1012:10 pmPVG - ALB
3 stops23h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$4,842
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/306:00 amALB - SHA
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/101:30 pmSHA - ALB
3 stops32h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$5,867

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Shanghai 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Shanghai that are best for you.

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AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 5/30

4:23 pm-7:55 am

2 stops27h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

11:00 am-8:48 pm

2 stops45h 48m

$1,579

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Sun 7/27

6:55 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/15

5:00 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$2,027

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Sun 7/27

3:54 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/14

12:35 am-4:05 pm

2 stops51h 30m

$2,059

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 5/30

4:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/9

12:35 am-10:58 pm

2 stops34h 23m

$2,061

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Sun 7/27

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/15

3:45 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$2,795

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Fri 5/30

1:10 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

1:35 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops44h 12m

$2,907

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

12:10 pm-11:52 pm

3 stops23h 42m

$4,842

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops42h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

1:30 pm-10:13 am

3 stops32h 43m

$5,867

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Deals found on 4/28

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALB to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to Shanghai as you normally would.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

Related info for your journey

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

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Albany Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Albany airport to Shanghai. It is only a 7.4 mi journey to Albany Intl (ALB) from Albany’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Shanghai round-trip?

    British Airways, at $1,579, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Qatar Airways. Users have found that British Airways is 3% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Albany, New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 Shanghai

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DeltaCheapest$1,067Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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