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$487+ Cheap flights from Baltimore (BWI) 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SHA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) 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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$894
(IEagle)

One-way from

$487
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,325
From Baltimore/Washington to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Baltimore to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/1710:22 amBWI - SHA
3 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/212:45 pmSHA - BWI
3 stops33h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$933
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/1710:22 amBWI - PVG
3 stops34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/21:40 pmPVG - BWI
3 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$933
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:07 amBWI - PVG
2 stops38h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/144:30 pmPVG - BWI
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$964
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/27:07 amBWI - SHA
2 stops25h 33mAir China
Mon 11/245:30 pmSHA - BWI
2 stops27h 26mAir China
Deal found 10/29$1,045
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:07 amBWI - PVG
2 stops27h 13mAir China
Sun 11/99:00 pmPVG - BWI
2 stops47h 56mAir China
Deal found 10/28$1,088
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:21 pmBWI - PVG
3 stops37h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/125:35 pmPVG - BWI
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/287:40 pmBWI - PVG
3 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:30 amPVG - BWI
3 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:40 amBWI - SHA
2 stops36h 15mAir China
Thu 12/254:30 pmSHA - BWI
2 stops28h 47mAir China
Deal found 10/28$1,186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:40 amBWI - PVG
2 stops36h 05mAir China
Thu 12/256:30 amPVG - BWI
2 stops38h 47mAir China
Deal found 10/28$1,186
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/178:30 amBWI - PVG
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/21:30 pmPVG - BWI
1 stop30h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:22 amBWI - SHA
3 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/211:35 pmSHA - BWI
3 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,229
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:07 amBWI - SHA
2 stops25h 33mAir China
Sun 11/99:30 pmSHA - BWI
2 stops47h 26mAir China
Deal found 10/28$1,248

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baltimore to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Baltimore

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

10:22 am-9:55 am

3 stops34h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/2

12:45 pm-9:36 am

3 stops33h 51m

$933

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/13

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

7:10 am-7:01 am

2 stops35h 51m

$998

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/13

5:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/11

5:30 pm-7:01 am

2 stops25h 31m

$1,044

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/13

5:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

10:30 pm-7:01 am

2 stops44h 31m

$1,044

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/13

5:50 pm-11:55 am

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/10

9:30 pm-7:01 am

2 stops45h 31m

$1,044

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/12

8:37 am-10:55 am

2 stops38h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/10

10:30 pm-7:01 am

2 stops44h 31m

$1,077

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

6:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

8:55 pm-3:11 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$1,208

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/10

7:07 am-6:55 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/21

8:55 pm-7:56 am

1 stop24h 01m

$1,214

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

6:00 pm-5:58 am

2 stops24h 58m

$1,218

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/16

10:15 am-3:51 pm

1 stop17h 36m

$1,260

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/28

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Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Shanghai (average of $635). Flying from Baltimore to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from Baltimore to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at noon.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Baltimore to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI), located 8.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Baltimore to Shanghai. 3 airlines have flights from Baltimore/Washington to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Baltimore/Washington to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

  • How long is the flight from Baltimore to Shanghai?

    Departing from Baltimore to Shanghai will take you 31h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7430 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,101. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,101 and $1,101, respectively. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Shanghai (average of $635). Flying from Baltimore to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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 3 airlines flying from Baltimore to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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