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$629+ 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Shanghai are usually found in September or February, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Shanghai

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 December 26, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:14 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops33h 31mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/242:45 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops43h 03mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/25$1,244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:30 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Sat 1/245:30 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/25$1,260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:40 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops58h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/248:55 pmPVG - RDU
3 stops54h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,559
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:14 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops36h 41mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/241:35 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/25$2,064
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/263:15 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops58h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/312:35 amPVG - RDU
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$19,218
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:30 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 1/12:05 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop30h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/25$19,317

Find flight deals from Durham to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated December 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,018
(oojo)

One-way from

$629
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,568
From Durham to Shanghai
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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 December 26, 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 - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/1

12:49 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/7

1:20 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,047

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

8:35 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops56h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/23

10:25 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops37h 19m

$1,089

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/16

7:23 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops28h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

7:10 am-9:59 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,089

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/17

10:56 am-5:10 pm

2 stops41h 14m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/8

11:05 pm-8:59 am

2 stops45h 54m

$1,109

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/31

12:49 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/2

1:20 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,135

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/8

1:25 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

5:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$1,139

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/20

6:35 am-4:15 pm

2 stops44h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

7:10 am-9:59 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,139

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/10

6:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,144

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/17

5:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

6:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,144

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/26

6:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/16

10:00 am-11:02 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$1,144

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Durham with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 19, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $718). 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 December 26, 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 6% versus a flight in the morning.

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 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and United 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
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,064 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Durham to Shanghai can take about 37h 35m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,139. 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $538. Delta flights start at $538 while deals on United Airlines start at $558 one-way.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Shanghai (average of $718). 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 4 airlines flying from Durham to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$383Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,037Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,147Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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