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$466+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Shanghai, 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SHA
Mar 16 — Mar 231
Mon 3/16
Mon 3/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Shanghai

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 February 14, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Mon 4/138:04 am
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops28h 31m
ANA
Mon 5/48:25 am
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops48h 40m
ANA
Deal found 2/12$1,240
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/247:09 am
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops41h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/167:20 am
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops23h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,446
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Mon 4/136:00 am
ALB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 25m
Delta
Mon 5/49:55 am
PVG
-
ALB
1 stop25h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$1,463
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/236:04 pm
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops27h 21m
KLM
Sat 5/1611:15 am
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops48h 13m
KLM
Deal found 2/11$1,482
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/226:04 pm
ALB
-
SHA
2 stops59h 06m
Korean Air
Sat 5/166:25 pm
SHA
-
ALB
2 stops41h 33m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/11$1,509
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sun 3/2212:45 pm
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops37h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/1512:35 am
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops35h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,621
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:09 am
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops50h 36m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/1512:35 am
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops35h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,685
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/246:00 am
ALB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Sat 5/169:55 am
PVG
-
ALB
1 stop25h 33m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,711
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/246:04 pm
ALB
-
SHA
2 stops59h 06m
Korean Air
Sat 5/166:25 pm
SHA
-
ALB
2 stops41h 33m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/11$1,711
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/256:10 am
ALB
-
PVG
2 stops23h 50m
Delta
Sat 5/166:25 pm
PVG
-
ALB
2 stops34h 46m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,716
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/226:00 am
ALB
-
PVG
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Sat 5/169:55 am
PVG
-
ALB
1 stop18h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,717
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/235:07 pm
ALB
-
PVG
1 stop34h 13m
Delta
Sat 5/169:55 am
PVG
-
ALB
1 stop18h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,719

Find flight deals from Albany to Shanghai

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 February 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,240
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$466
(Cathay Pacific)
From Albany Intl to Shanghai
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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 February 14, 2026.
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

Mon 4/13

8:04 am-12:35 am

2 stops28h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/4

8:25 am-9:05 pm

2 stops48h 40m

$1,240

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Tue 3/24

7:09 am-12:30 pm

2 stops41h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/16

7:20 am-7:13 pm

2 stops23h 53m

$1,446

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/4

9:55 am-11:20 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,463

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Mon 3/23

6:04 pm-9:25 am

2 stops27h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/16

11:15 am-11:28 pm

2 stops48h 13m

$1,482

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Mon 3/23

6:04 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops59h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/16

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$1,509

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

Sun 3/22

6:04 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops59h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/16

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$1,509

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Sun 3/22

12:45 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

12:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,621

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Mon 3/23

1:05 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

12:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,621

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 3/26

7:09 am-9:45 pm

2 stops50h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

12:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,685

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/16

9:55 am-4:07 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$1,711

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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 February 14, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Albany to Shanghai 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
8,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,203 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai?

    ANA, Delta, and Korean Air can get you from Albany, New York to Shanghai in just under 21h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 37h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7231 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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.

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Top airline flying from Albany to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Albany to Shanghai. 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 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,089Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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