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$759+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SHA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,046
(oojo)

One-way from

$759
(Japan Airlines)
From Buffalo to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/253:59 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops28h 31mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/110:10 amPVG - BUF
2 stops42h 29mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,046
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/219:38 amBUF - PVG
2 stops43h 07mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/1210:10 amPVG - BUF
2 stops47h 24mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,146
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/219:38 amBUF - PVG
2 stops43h 07mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/1510:10 amPVG - BUF
2 stops47h 24mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,179
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/215:31 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops35h 14mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/119:55 amPVG - BUF
2 stops66h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/146:42 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops32h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:25 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops29h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,299
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/259:38 amBUF - SHA
2 stops47h 17mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/11:35 pmSHA - BUF
2 stops39h 04mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/9$1,344
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/196:00 amBUF - PVG
2 stops46h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/1510:10 amPVG - BUF
2 stops47h 24mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,355
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/196:00 amBUF - PVG
2 stops46h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/119:55 amPVG - BUF
2 stops66h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,360
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/242:04 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops38h 41mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/1510:10 amPVG - BUF
2 stops47h 24mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,420
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/242:04 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops38h 41mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/119:55 amPVG - BUF
2 stops66h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,425
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:00 amBUF - PVG
2 stops42h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/152:00 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops38h 39mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,437
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:31 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops55h 19mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/142:00 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops45h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,443

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Shanghai that are best for you.

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BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 10/15

6:42 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/5

6:25 pm-11:08 am

2 stops29h 43m

$1,299

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - SHA

BUFSHA

Buffalo

Sat 10/25

9:38 am-8:55 pm

2 stops47h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/1

1:35 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops39h 04m

$1,344

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 10/22

3:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

10:10 am-8:34 pm

2 stops47h 24m

$1,355

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 10/29

5:30 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/2

11:05 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$1,355

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/11

9:55 am-3:39 pm

2 stops66h 44m

$1,360

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Fri 10/24

2:04 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops38h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

10:10 am-3:39 pm

2 stops42h 29m

$1,420

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Fri 10/24

2:04 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops38h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

10:10 am-8:34 pm

2 stops47h 24m

$1,420

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Fri 10/24

2:04 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops38h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/11

9:55 am-3:39 pm

2 stops66h 44m

$1,425

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/10

2:00 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops42h 12m

$1,437

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Sat 10/18

3:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

10:10 am-8:34 pm

2 stops47h 24m

$1,495

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/9

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

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Shanghai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Buffalo 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Shanghai?

    Located just 8.3 mi from the city center, Buffalo is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Buffalo. Booking flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Shanghai in 32h 08m. Fly via American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 7150 mi between Buffalo and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Buffalo to Shanghai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Shanghai is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $669 on this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Shanghai (average of $1,090). Flying from Buffalo to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 Buffalo to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Buffalo 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 September 11, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$669Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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