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$609+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati (CVG) 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — SHA
Jun 24 — Jul 11
Wed 6/24
Wed 7/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 25, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 9/161:57 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops33h 08m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/307:20 am
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops27h 29m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/22$1,181
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 9/2312:09 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops34h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/229:35 am
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops25h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,211
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/307:00 am
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/182:00 pm
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24$1,220
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Mon 7/131:55 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops36h 10m
Air Canada
Thu 7/236:10 pm
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops38h 23m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/24$1,251
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/138:05 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2712:20 pm
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops23h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,261
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/141:55 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops36h 10m
Air Canada
Thu 7/303:55 pm
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops33h 19m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/22$1,264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 9/167:35 am
CVG
-
PVG
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 9/305:20 pm
PVG
-
CVG
1 stop18h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,293
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/122:15 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 9/156:10 pm
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops31h 09m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/24$1,301
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/138:05 pm
CVG
-
SHA
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2710:30 pm
SHA
-
CVG
2 stops36h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,311
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Sun 8/1612:34 pm
CVG
-
PVG
2 stops34h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:35 am
PVG
-
CVG
2 stops25h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24$1,311
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 9/125:24 am
CVG
-
SHA
2 stops27h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/154:50 pm
SHA
-
CVG
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24$1,711
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Sun 7/128:00 pm
CVG
-
SHA
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1910:30 pm
SHA
-
CVG
2 stops36h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,787

Find flight deals from Cincinnati to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) 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 May 25, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,181
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$609
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,558
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati 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 May 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/13

9:53 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/27

8:35 am-11:22 pm

2 stops26h 47m

$1,261
Quickest round-trip

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 9/23

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/22

5:20 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$1,293

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 9/16

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

5:20 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,298

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - SHA

CVGSHA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/13

12:32 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/27

10:30 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$1,311

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 11/15

6:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops45h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/19

5:35 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,433

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 7/12

4:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/27

3:55 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,536

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 7/5

6:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/12

6:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$1,645

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/1

6:12 pm-6:25 am

2 stops48h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/8

7:55 am-11:52 pm

2 stops51h 57m

$1,693

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - SHA

CVGSHA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/12

5:24 am-8:55 pm

2 stops27h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/15

4:50 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,711

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 6/7

7:43 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/30

9:30 pm-3:14 pm

1 stop29h 44m

$1,745

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Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Shanghai (average of $536). Flying from Cincinnati to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,601). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Shanghai?

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 May 25, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Cincinnati to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,434 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,434 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,434 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,629 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,434 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cincinnati to Shanghai. 3 airlines have flights from Cinci./N. Kentucky to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky 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 Cincinnati to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Cincinnati to Shanghai can take about 21h 20m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,293. Cincinnati and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 7292 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($968), American Airlines ($1,053), and British Airways ($1,459) offers the cheapest pricing from Cincinnati to Shanghai. Users have found that Delta is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Shanghai (average of $536). Flying from Cincinnati to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,601). 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 Cincinnati to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati 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 May 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$968Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,053Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,459Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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