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$1,002+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SHA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Shanghai

Best flights from Buffalo to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Buffalo to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:57 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/2111:05 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops45h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,002
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/227:45 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/2611:05 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops37h 42mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,038
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:51 amBUF - PVG
2 stops38h 29mDelta
Tue 3/3110:15 amPVG - BUF
1 stop18h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/227:30 amBUF - SHA
2 stops39h 15mJapan Airlines
Mon 1/261:10 pmSHA - BUF
2 stops40h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,294
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 4/112:31 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops39h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/121:25 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops43h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/205:41 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops32h 39mDelta
Wed 4/110:15 amPVG - BUF
2 stops25h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:44 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops33h 06mDelta
Thu 4/210:15 amPVG - BUF
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:44 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops33h 06mDelta
Tue 3/3110:15 amPVG - BUF
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:03 amBUF - PVG
1 stop20h 17mDelta
Wed 4/110:15 amPVG - BUF
1 stop18h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:03 amBUF - PVG
1 stop20h 17mDelta
Thu 4/26:25 pmPVG - BUF
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/225:44 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops33h 06mDelta
Wed 4/110:15 amPVG - BUF
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:41 pmBUF - PVG
2 stops32h 39mDelta
Wed 4/110:15 amPVG - BUF
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,272
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/212:32 pmBUF - SHA
2 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/171:10 pmSHA - BUF
2 stops23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$2,424

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,002
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$810
(Gotogate)
From Buffalo to Shanghai
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Thu 3/12

7:57 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops33h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/21

11:05 pm-9:04 am

2 stops45h 59m

$1,002

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Thu 1/22

7:45 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

11:05 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops37h 42m

$1,038

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 4/1

12:31 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops39h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/12

1:25 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops43h 48m

$1,170

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Fri 2/20

11:51 am-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

10:15 am-5:07 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Fri 2/20

5:41 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/1

10:15 am-12:14 am

2 stops25h 59m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Wed 2/25

5:44 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/2

10:15 am-11:14 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Tue 2/24

5:44 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

10:15 am-11:14 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Thu 2/26

6:03 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/1

10:15 am-5:07 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Mon 2/23

6:03 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/2

6:25 pm-11:01 am

2 stops28h 36m

$1,272

BuffaloShanghai

BUF - PVG

BUFPVG

Buffalo

Sun 2/22

5:44 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/1

10:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,272

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

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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 December 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Shanghai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 December 12, 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Delta, or Japan 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.

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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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$669Average$1,801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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