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$469+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/239:25 amRDU - PVG
2 stops39h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/57:10 amPVG - RDU
2 stops26h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/14$1,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/119:32 amRDU - SHA
2 stops37h 48mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/184:35 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops40h 44mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/14$1,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 10/187:08 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops51h 57mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/307:10 amPVG - RDU
2 stops29h 08mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/15$1,106
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Mon 11/171:25 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops37h 35mAir Canada
Fri 11/285:35 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops33h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 10/14$1,139
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/233:15 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops35h 45mAir Canada
Fri 12/125:35 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops33h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 10/15$1,145
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sat 12/61:25 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops37h 35mAir Canada
Sun 12/215:35 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops40h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 10/13$1,150
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/291:25 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops37h 35mAir Canada
Sat 12/65:35 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops40h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/15$1,178
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/63:37 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops40h 18mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/2110:30 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops36h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/13$1,198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/239:00 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/51:30 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop21h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Mon 11/106:40 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/196:25 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops27h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/115:00 amRDU - PVG
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:25 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop29h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:40 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:25 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,238

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,048
(oojo)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,424
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Shanghai that are best for you.

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/10

9:32 am-12:30 pm

2 stops37h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/19

1:45 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops43h 34m

$1,048

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

7:19 am-8:55 pm

2 stops48h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/17

1:20 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,048

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/11

9:32 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/18

4:35 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops40h 44m

$1,048

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/6

3:37 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops40h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/21

10:30 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops36h 33m

$1,198

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/23

9:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/5

1:30 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop21h 14m

$1,216

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/17

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/28

6:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$1,216

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/11

6:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

1:30 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop21h 14m

$1,216

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/6

5:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/21

6:25 pm-7:21 am

2 stops25h 56m

$1,242

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/23

7:08 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops53h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/5

1:35 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$1,256

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/2

5:29 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/8

6:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$1,389

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durham 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 Durham to Shanghai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $695). Flying from Durham to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,341). 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 DU8 to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 October 16, 2025.

When flying from Durham to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.

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 October 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Durham to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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  • How long is the flight from Durham to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Durham to Shanghai can take about 20h 45m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,216. Airlines will cover a distance of 7612 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $695). Flying from Durham to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,341). 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 Durham to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$383Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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