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$1,032+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Shanghai, China

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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 julio 31, 2025.

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$1,032
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,581
From Albany Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 julio 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
vie. 9/56:01 amALB - PVG
1 stop20h 49mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/195:00 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,032
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/51:22 pmALB - PVG
2 stops23h 13mANA
mié. 9/171:35 amPVG - ALB
2 stops25h 46mANA
Deal found 7/29$1,278
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/26:00 amALB - SHA
2 stops42h 15mANA
mar. 9/161:35 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops44h 13mANA
Deal found 7/29$1,289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/46:00 amALB - PVG
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/218:10 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,421
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/136:30 pmALB - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/1210:05 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops38h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,429
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/47:35 pmALB - PVG
2 stops32h 15mLufthansa
mar. 9/1611:35 pmPVG - ALB
2 stops36h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 7/29$1,571
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/62:43 pmALB - PVG
2 stops37h 37mQatar Airways
mié. 9/1712:35 amPVG - ALB
2 stops35h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,602
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 9/46:00 amALB - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
jue. 9/183:45 pmPVG - ALB
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/29$1,614
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/66:00 amALB - PVG
2 stops39h 25mKLM
vie. 9/1911:15 amPVG - ALB
2 stops48h 18mKLM
Deal found 7/29$1,631
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/47:00 amALB - SHA
2 stops41h 05mCathay Pacific
vie. 8/84:50 pmSHA - ALB
2 stops54h 28mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$4,656

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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 julio 31, 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

vie. 9/5

6:01 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 9/19

5:00 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$1,032

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

vie. 9/5

1:22 pm-12:35 am

2 stops23h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 9/17

1:35 am-3:21 pm

2 stops25h 46m

$1,278

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - SHA

ALBSHA

Albany Intl

mar. 9/2

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops42h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 9/16

1:35 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,289

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 9/22

8:10 pm-10:20 am

2 stops26h 10m

$1,421

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

jue. 11/13

6:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 1/12

10:05 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops38h 31m

$1,429

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

jue. 9/4

7:35 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

11:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops36h 21m

$1,571

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

sáb. 9/6

2:43 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 9/17

12:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,602

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 9/18

3:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,614

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

sáb. 9/6

6:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops39h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 9/19

11:15 am-11:33 pm

2 stops48h 18m

$1,631

AlbanyShanghai

ALB - PVG

ALBPVG

Albany Intl

jue. 10/23

6:01 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 44m

$3,762

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from Albany, New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 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 julio 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Delta, and KLM 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

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?

    American Airlines, at $1,032, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include ANA and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $3,767. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to Shanghai for a low price.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from Albany, New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,067Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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