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$442+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Shanghai, China

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ATL — SHA
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) 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 January 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$937
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$442
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,151
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/189:50 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/911:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/12$937
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1010:35 am
ATL
-
PVG
2 stops48h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/178:30 am
PVG
-
ATL
2 stops34h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$945
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Sat 3/73:10 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1411:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/12$947
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/309:50 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/611:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/12$951
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/87:20 am
ATL
-
PVG
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1811:35 am
PVG
-
ATL
2 stops24h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$965
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/19:50 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/611:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/12$969
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/27:10 pm
ATL
-
PVG
2 stops53h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/911:10 am
PVG
-
ATL
2 stops24h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/10$984
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1910:33 am
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop42h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/35:30 pm
PVG
-
ATL
2 stops50h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/219:50 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 1/2811:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/11$997
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/19:50 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/211:05 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,000
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:00 pm
ATL
-
PVG
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/153:00 pm
PVG
-
ATL
1 stop37h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,009
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/214:15 pm
ATL
-
SHA
3 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/286:10 pm
SHA
-
ATL
2 stops25h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,068

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Shanghai that are best for you.

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AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/11

8:35 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

5:30 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$1,103

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/15

12:55 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/2

1:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

$1,106

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 3/16

12:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/2

1:40 pm-11:45 am

1 stop34h 05m

$1,106

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/15

10:44 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

6:00 pm-11:19 am

2 stops29h 19m

$1,108

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/15

6:30 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

6:00 pm-5:03 am

2 stops24h 03m

$1,108

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/26

7:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/28

6:00 pm-9:33 am

2 stops28h 33m

$1,108

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/11

12:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

6:00 pm-8:44 am

2 stops27h 44m

$1,124

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/26

4:15 pm-10:40 am

3 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/29

4:10 pm-6:52 am

3 stops27h 42m

$1,139

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - PVG

ATLPVG

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/7

7:04 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/13

8:10 pm-10:21 am

2 stops26h 11m

$1,144

AtlantaShanghai

ATL - SHA

ATLSHA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/24

8:25 am-9:15 am

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/27

6:10 pm-12:03 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$1,145

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Best time to book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $534). Flying from Atlanta to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 January 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Delta, and United Airlines from Atlanta 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,150 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,161 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,116 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,187 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai. On average, Hartsfield-Jackson has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 6 airlines. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 8.2 mi from Atlanta’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Atlanta to Shanghai?

    For as low as $1,103, Delta can have you in Shanghai from Atlanta in 30h 15m. Atlanta and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 7640 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Atlanta to Shanghai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Atlanta to Shanghai is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $668 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Korean Air, starting at $955 and $1,052 round-trip. Delta is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Atlanta to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $513. Users have also found prices from $596 and $653 on American Airlines and Korean Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Shanghai (average of $534). Flying from Atlanta to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 6 airlines flying from Atlanta to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$1,104Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,387Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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