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$1,082+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SHA
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Wed 4/17:14 pm
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops37h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2212:20 pm
PVG
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BHM
2 stops24h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,082
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.
Thu 4/27:14 pm
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops37h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/232:30 pm
PVG
-
BHM
2 stops44h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,132
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.
Tue 3/316:15 am
BHM
-
PVG
1 stop20h 10m
Delta
Tue 4/219:55 am
PVG
-
BHM
1 stop20h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$1,153
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 3/411:02 am
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops38h 48m
Delta
Wed 3/256:00 pm
PVG
-
BHM
2 stops35h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,158
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:16 am
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops37h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/317:20 am
PVG
-
BHM
2 stops29h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/97:00 am
BHM
-
PVG
1 stop19h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 4/305:20 pm
PVG
-
BHM
1 stop19h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,363
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:14 pm
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops39h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/57:20 am
PVG
-
BHM
2 stops26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,379
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.
Sat 3/287:14 pm
BHM
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SHA
2 stops36h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/41:20 pm
SHA
-
BHM
2 stops44h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,447
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:39 pm
BHM
-
PVG
2 stops26h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:30 pm
PVG
-
BHM
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/125:00 am
BHM
-
PVG
1 stop22h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 4/25:20 pm
PVG
-
BHM
1 stop19h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,458
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/15:00 am
BHM
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SHA
2 stops41h 20m
Japan Airlines
Wed 4/2212:45 pm
SHA
-
BHM
2 stops39h 18m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 2/10$2,012
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:00 am
BHM
-
SHA
2 stops40h 45m
Japan Airlines
Thu 3/261:10 pm
SHA
-
BHM
2 stops21h 06m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 2/10$2,134

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,082
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,105
From Birmingham to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Shanghai that are best for you.

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BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

12:49 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops40h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

7:05 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops39h 46m

$1,082

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Wed 4/1

7:14 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops37h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

12:20 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops24h 33m

$1,082

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Tue 3/24

12:49 pm-11:35 am

2 stops33h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

7:05 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops41h 48m

$1,082

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Wed 3/18

7:14 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops28h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

8:35 am-11:53 pm

2 stops28h 18m

$1,082

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Thu 4/2

7:14 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops37h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/23

2:30 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops44h 21m

$1,132

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Thu 4/9

5:54 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops30h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/30

7:05 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops41h 48m

$1,132

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Thu 6/11

6:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/22

9:55 am-8:59 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$1,153

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

6:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

9:55 am-4:59 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$1,153

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - PVG

BHMPVG

Birmingham

Thu 4/2

6:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/23

9:55 am-4:59 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$1,153

BirminghamShanghai

BHM - SHA

BHMSHA

Birmingham

Sat 3/28

7:14 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/4

1:20 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops44h 56m

$1,447

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai (average of $817). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 February 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Birmingham to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,288 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,288 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,288 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Birmingham (BHM) if they book a flight from Birmingham to Shanghai. On average, Birmingham has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 1 airline. Birmingham is conveniently located just 4.3 mi from Birmingham’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai can take about 41h 20m. Japan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,012. The distance between Birmingham, Alabama and Shanghai is about 7597 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $1,057, was found to be the cheapest airline from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai.. American Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai (average of $817). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 Birmingham to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Birmingham 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 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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