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$434+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SHA
dic. 13 — dic. 201
sáb. 12/13
sáb. 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/1311:30 amCLT - PVG
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/207:10 amPVG - CLT
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,070
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1811:18 amCLT - PVG
2 stops35h 17mCathay Pacific
mar. 12/97:10 amPVG - CLT
2 stops24h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$1,085
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/27:21 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops29h 09mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/165:30 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,120
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1811:18 amCLT - PVG
2 stops36h 12mCathay Pacific
sáb. 12/67:10 amPVG - CLT
2 stops25h 04mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$1,134
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1911:18 amCLT - PVG
2 stops35h 17mCathay Pacific
lun. 12/85:30 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops38h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/13$1,139
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
mié. 11/1911:18 amCLT - PVG
2 stops39h 57mCathay Pacific
mié. 12/38:30 amPVG - CLT
2 stops23h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/12$1,141
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/211:18 amCLT - SHA
2 stops36h 02mCathay Pacific
mar. 12/164:35 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops39h 16mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/12$1,143
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1911:18 amCLT - PVG
2 stops36h 12mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/85:30 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,145
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/177:21 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops33h 24mCathay Pacific
mié. 12/108:30 amPVG - CLT
2 stops23h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$1,159
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
lun. 12/85:20 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/198:30 amPVG - CLT
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,170
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/166:10 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/267:10 amPVG - CLT
2 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/135:23 amCLT - PVG
1 stop22h 02mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/206:25 pmPVG - CLT
1 stop17h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,185

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 noviembre 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,050
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$434
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,277
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 noviembre 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 3/11

7:25 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/25

1:45 pm-6:40 am

2 stops28h 55m

$1,050

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 3/16

6:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/24

7:10 am-8:30 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,050

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 2/18

7:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

7:10 am-8:28 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$1,050

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 2/17

5:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

7:05 pm-8:25 am

2 stops26h 20m

$1,050

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 3/2

6:15 pm-11:35 am

2 stops28h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/31

7:20 am-8:30 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,050

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 3/10

11:19 am-11:35 am

2 stops36h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/15

12:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops42h 50m

$1,064

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

jue. 2/19

11:20 am-11:35 am

2 stops35h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

1:45 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops42h 28m

$1,064

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - SHA

CLTSHA

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 3/10

11:19 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 01m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 3/15

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,073

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 2/28

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

1:30 pm-10:27 am

2 stops33h 57m

$1,107

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 2/18

7:25 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

6:25 pm-7:28 am

2 stops26h 03m

$1,107

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Shanghai (average of $488). Flying from Charlotte to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,853). 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 CLT to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 noviembre 13, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Charlotte to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets 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 noviembre 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to Shanghai, such as Delta, China Southern, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT), located 5.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Charlotte to Shanghai. 3 airlines have flights from Douglas to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Charlotte Douglas 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 Charlotte to Shanghai?

    Departing from Charlotte to Shanghai will take you 37h 01m. The distance from Charlotte to Shanghai is about 7620 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Shanghai round-trip from $993. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,075, and China Southern, from $1,236. Users have found that Delta is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $558 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $586 and $636, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Shanghai (average of $488). Flying from Charlotte to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,853). 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 Charlotte to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 noviembre 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$993Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China SouthernCheapest$1,236Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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