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$423+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — SHA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:45 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 2/101:10 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/17$1,245
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:44 amDEN - PVG
2 stops38h 46mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/108:30 amPVG - DEN
2 stops25h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,250
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:44 amDEN - PVG
2 stops37h 51mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/108:30 amPVG - DEN
2 stops25h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/15$1,261
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:45 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 2/101:10 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/17$1,519
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:45 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/105:35 pmPVG - DEN
2 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,521
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:45 amDEN - PVG
1 stop20h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 2/101:10 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/15$1,554
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:47 amDEN - PVG
2 stops37h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/105:35 pmPVG - DEN
1 stop34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,604
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:45 amDEN - PVG
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1011:20 amPVG - DEN
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,619
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:05 pmDEN - SHA
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/271:35 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops38h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,593
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:46 amDEN - SHA
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/2312:45 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops34h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,813
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:50 amDEN - SHA
2 stops22h 50mAir China
Tue 12/2310:30 pmSHA - DEN
2 stops33h 12mAir China
Deal found 12/17$5,817

Find flight deals from Denver to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$827
(IEagle)

One-way from

$423
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$3,347
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Denver

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Tue 4/7

4:10 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

7:10 am-10:32 am

2 stops41h 22m

$838

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Wed 4/1

7:39 am-10:40 pm

2 stops25h 01m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

10:30 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$913

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Tue 1/27

1:52 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops32h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/15

9:30 pm-8:26 am

2 stops49h 56m

$924

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Sun 2/1

7:50 am-9:40 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/10

2:45 pm-8:28 am

2 stops32h 43m

$929

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Thu 1/15

6:37 am-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

5:05 pm-10:02 am

2 stops31h 57m

$942

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Thu 1/29

1:52 pm-11:55 am

2 stops31h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/2

3:30 pm-8:28 am

2 stops31h 58m

$971

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Thu 1/29

3:48 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/2

4:30 pm-8:28 am

2 stops30h 58m

$971

DenverShanghai

DEN - SHA

DENSHA

Denver Intl

Mon 1/26

3:48 pm-9:55 am

2 stops27h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/14

9:30 pm-4:36 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$1,003

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

11:20 am-9:23 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$1,013

DenverShanghai

DEN - PVG

DENPVG

Denver Intl

Fri 1/30

1:52 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops42h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/3

4:30 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops39h 07m

$1,019

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Denver with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Denver to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Shanghai (average of $360). Flying from Denver to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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 DEN to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Denver 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 evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Denver to Shanghai, such as Asiana Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Air China
7.1
Good
129 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.

Related info for your journey

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

    Denver Intl (DEN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Denver to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Denver Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Denver airport to Shanghai. It is only a 18.5 mi journey to Denver Intl (DEN) from Denver’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Denver to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Air China and Korean Air fly from Denver to Shanghai in about 31h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 50m. Denver and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6694 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    United Airlines, at $186, was found to be the cheapest airline from Denver to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Asiana Airlines. Users have found that United Airlines is 87% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Shanghai (average of $360). Flying from Denver to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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 Denver to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Denver 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$2,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$197Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$851Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$1,013Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
ANACheapest$1,033Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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