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$475+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Shanghai, China

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DFW — SHA
Mar 22 — Mar 291
Sat 3/22
Sat 3/29
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai are usually found in April or November, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 March 17, 2025.

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$1,040
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One-way from

$475
(Kiwi.com)

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April

Average price

$1,549
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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 March 17, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:55 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop23h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/265:30 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop37h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/16$1,038
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/1510:25 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/225:40 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops57h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,040
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Mon 11/310:55 pmDFW - SHA
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/231:35 pmSHA - DFW
1 stop41h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/16$1,043
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 11/1810:05 amDFW - PVG
Nonstop16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/116:10 pmPVG - DFW
Nonstop12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,059
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:00 amDFW - PVG
1 stop18h 25mDelta
Wed 9/245:30 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop18h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/16$1,073
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 9/106:00 amDFW - PVG
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/2312:10 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,103
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 5/138:33 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/276:10 pmSHA - DFW
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,117
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/18:55 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/310:25 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop33h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,195
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Tue 12/161:45 pmDFW - PVG
2 stops32h 20mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/236:35 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops33h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,336
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sun 5/114:50 pmDFW - PVG
1 stop36h 20mFinnair
Tue 6/178:50 pmPVG - DFW
1 stop35h 30mFinnair
Deal found 3/15$1,395
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sun 5/119:25 amDFW - PVG
2 stops39h 40mAir Canada
Fri 5/163:55 pmPVG - DFW
2 stops37h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$1,401
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 5/134:03 pmDFW - SHA
2 stops29h 57mXiamenAir
Tue 6/1010:10 amSHA - DFW
2 stops31h 56mXiamenAir
Deal found 3/17$1,419

Find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai within your budget

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 March 17, 2025.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Shanghai

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Price

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/15

10:25 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/22

5:40 pm-1:48 pm

2 stops57h 08m

$1,040

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/26

10:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/6

9:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,049

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/28

7:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/29

5:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop19h 19m

$1,073

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/13

8:33 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops27h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/27

6:10 pm-5:40 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,117

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 4/18

10:10 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop15h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/8

5:00 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$1,133

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/1

8:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/3

10:25 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$1,195

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/8

7:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/16

12:10 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop17h 14m

$1,240

DallasShanghai

DFW - SHA

DFWSHA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/28

10:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/29

1:20 pm-6:04 am

2 stops29h 44m

$1,309

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 5/11

4:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/17

8:50 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$1,395

DallasShanghai

DFW - PVG

DFWPVG

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 5/11

9:25 am-2:05 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/16

3:55 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$1,401

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

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Travel insights for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 March 14, 2025.

Booking 53 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,818). 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 PVG?

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 March 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 17, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 March 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dallas to Shanghai, such as Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA. 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
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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
1,045 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,437 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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.

ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
725 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
441 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,045 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at $1,049, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 36% 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?

    $548 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 Japan Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $619 and $621, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai is generally $1,638, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $602. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay $975 for that flight.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,818). 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 10 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 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 March 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$342Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$966Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,005Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,087Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Korean AirCheapest$1,124Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$1,163Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,243Average$1,818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$1,341Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China SouthernCheapest$1,352Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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