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$398+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SHA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:25 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/2910:25 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,060
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:25 amDFW - PVG
1 stop32h 20mKorean Air
Tue 4/288:50 amPVG - DFW
1 stop36h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 12/10$1,105
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:25 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/2810:25 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,158
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:25 amDFW - PVG
1 stop19h 00mKorean Air
Thu 1/1511:20 amPVG - DFW
1 stop19h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 12/10$1,205
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 4/278:35 amPVG - DFW
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/9$1,208
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:45 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/2810:25 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops37h 37mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,245
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:25 amDFW - PVG
1 stop19h 00mKorean Air
Fri 1/1611:20 amPVG - DFW
1 stop19h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 12/10$1,255
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:25 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/2710:25 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops37h 37mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,272
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:35 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1411:45 amPVG - DFW
2 stops42h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,277
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:45 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/2710:25 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops37h 37mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,300
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:25 amDFW - PVG
1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/2912:10 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops24h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,304
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:55 pmDFW - SHA
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 4/284:50 pmSHA - DFW
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/10$1,479

Find flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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

$823
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$398
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,862
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/2

2:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

10:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$975

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 1/22

8:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/29

11:05 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$992

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/2

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

8:55 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,004

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 1/22

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/29

8:30 am-7:05 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,064

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 1/12

8:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

11:05 pm-3:31 pm

2 stops30h 26m

$1,065

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 3/19

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/24

1:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$1,076

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 1/11

5:45 am-2:10 pm

3 stops42h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/24

2:50 pm-5:35 am

2 stops28h 45m

$1,080

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/1

11:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/14

11:20 am-8:00 am

1 stop34h 40m

$1,105

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 1/22

11:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

2:00 pm-8:00 am

1 stop32h 00m

$1,105

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 2/24

11:25 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

8:50 am-8:00 am

1 stop37h 10m

$1,105

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $567). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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 DFW to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and American Airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

    Turkish Airlines and Korean Air can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in just under 36h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7332 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Delta, at $519, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and American Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    $491 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $508 and $600, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $567). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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$519Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$897Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,086Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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