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$402+ 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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SHA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai are usually found in November or April, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$822
(Philippine Airlines)

One-way from

$402
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,482
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:10 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/74:00 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$822
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:30 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/244:00 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops34h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$824
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:30 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/254:00 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops32h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$852
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:35 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops29h 00mXiamenAir
Tue 11/410:10 amSHA - DFW
2 stops32h 44mXiamenAir
Deal found 9/10$876
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:54 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops34h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/319:35 amPVG - DFW
2 stops33h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$897
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:19 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops32h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/154:00 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$909
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:54 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops32h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1511:50 amSHA - DFW
2 stops30h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$924
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:15 pmDFW - SHA
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/42:10 pmSHA - DFW
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$932
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:45 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/304:55 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$934
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:10 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/114:00 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$939
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1910:45 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops50h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1410:50 amPVG - DFW
2 stops32h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$946
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/12:57 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops35h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/204:55 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops26h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$957

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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 September 11, 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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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/17

4:50 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/11

4:55 pm-11:35 am

2 stops32h 40m

$822

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 10/2

5:19 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops32h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

4:00 pm-5:23 am

2 stops26h 23m

$909

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 10/2

7:10 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

6:35 am-6:15 am

3 stops36h 40m

$987

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/3

4:50 pm-10:10 am

2 stops27h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/13

11:50 am-5:23 am

3 stops31h 33m

$989

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 11/27

3:15 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/14

10:30 pm-4:58 am

2 stops44h 28m

$1,021

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/1

5:45 pm-10:10 am

2 stops27h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/20

8:50 pm-4:54 am

2 stops46h 04m

$1,029

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/10

4:50 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/16

3:50 pm-4:54 am

2 stops27h 04m

$1,040

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 11/6

5:16 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops31h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/17

2:50 pm-5:23 am

3 stops28h 33m

$1,040

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 11/27

1:28 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/14

10:50 am-11:11 am

2 stops38h 21m

$1,045

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 12/29

8:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

11:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,093

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

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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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 33 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,090). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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.

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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Delta, and Cathay Pacific 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,139 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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?

    China Southern and Turkish Airlines can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in just under 30h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 30m. 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 $656, 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 Turkish Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,090). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 7 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$656Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$897Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$1,163Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FinnairCheapest$1,329Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,593Average$1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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