Shanghai

$585+ 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SHA
May 27 — Jun 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai are usually found in March or April, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 April 27, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:50 pm
DFW
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PVG
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/148:35 am
PVG
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DFW
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Thu 4/3010:55 pm
DFW
-
PVG
1 stop23h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/107:05 pm
PVG
-
DFW
1 stop35h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/25$1,311
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1310:55 pm
DFW
-
PVG
1 stop24h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/311:20 pm
PVG
-
DFW
1 stop41h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/23$1,312
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/34:15 pm
DFW
-
PVG
2 stops49h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/97:55 am
PVG
-
DFW
2 stops51h 31m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,313
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/112:30 pm
DFW
-
PVG
1 stop26h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/297:55 am
PVG
-
DFW
1 stop48h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,315
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 10/253:27 pm
DFW
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SHA
2 stops29h 43m
China Southern
Fri 11/134:50 pm
SHA
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DFW
2 stops27h 04m
China Southern
Deal found 4/25$1,316
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:47 pm
DFW
-
PVG
2 stops26h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:55 pm
PVG
-
DFW
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,316
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/148:25 pm
DFW
-
PVG
1 stop46h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/3011:05 pm
PVG
-
DFW
2 stops33h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,317
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/69:30 pm
DFW
-
PVG
1 stop43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/297:55 am
PVG
-
DFW
1 stop48h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,319
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/182:15 pm
DFW
-
PVG
2 stops51h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 7/247:55 am
PVG
-
DFW
1 stop48h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,320
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:50 pm
DFW
-
PVG
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/308:55 pm
PVG
-
DFW
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,321
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/310:55 pm
DFW
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SHA
1 stop33h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 10/94:50 pm
SHA
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DFW
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/23$1,323

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 April 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,309
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$585
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,205
From Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai
One-way flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 April 27, 2026.
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/2

10:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/7

10:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$1,451

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 5/8

2:30 pm-6:25 am

1 stop26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

7:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop48h 40m

$1,499

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 5/10

9:30 pm-6:25 am

1 stop43h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/30

7:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop48h 40m

$1,629

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/27

3:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops27h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/18

11:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop43h 05m

$1,670

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 6/17

1:10 pm-7:55 am

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/14

11:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop43h 05m

$1,670

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/4

9:30 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/19

2:10 pm-11:27 am

3 stops34h 17m

$1,727

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/2

4:25 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/23

9:30 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$1,756

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/15

5:37 pm-7:55 am

2 stops25h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/14

11:00 am-9:23 am

2 stops35h 23m

$1,763

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 6/25

10:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/8

12:35 am-8:03 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$1,791

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 7/13

4:01 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops34h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/20

7:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop39h 20m

$1,807

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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?

Booking 77 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $111). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). 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 April 27, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai as you normally would.

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 April 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air,Korean Air, andCathay 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.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

TPE - SFO

Why when we’re about to board they suddenly announced the letters ABC to board first .. so what is the use us waiting at the door (with wheelchairs) ended up almost at the end to board and I can see people walking boarding first? Is this something new? You go by letters now?

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?

    Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in just under 24h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7344 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?

    Korean Air, at $693, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that Korean Air is 51% 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?

    $428 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and American Airlines, with prices starting from $493 and $582, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $111). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). 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 6 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 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 April 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$693Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$797Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$897Average$1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$986Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EVA AirCheapest$1,142Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,201Average$1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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