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$449+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Shanghai, China

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MCI — SHA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,069
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$449
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,433
From Kansas City to Shanghai
One-way flight from Kansas City to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($228 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/222:45 pmMCI - PVG
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/266:10 amPVG - MCI
2 stops44h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,069
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/133:37 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops30h 13mChina Airlines
Sun 9/2112:05 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops43h 59mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/222:45 pmMCI - SHA
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/263:00 pmSHA - MCI
3 stops35h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,247
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 11/11:47 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops37h 13mAir Canada
Fri 11/145:35 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/3$1,255
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/243:28 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops37h 57mEVA Air
Tue 11/111:15 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops38h 47mEVA Air
Deal found 7/2$1,291
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 8/287:00 amMCI - PVG
1 stop21h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 9/181:10 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop23h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/3$1,306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/277:00 amMCI - PVG
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Sat 9/206:25 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop17h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,322
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/2911:33 amMCI - PVG
2 stops24h 02mANA
Tue 9/161:35 amPVG - MCI
2 stops25h 45mANA
Deal found 7/3$1,370
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:23 pmMCI - SHA
2 stops31h 52mANA
Fri 9/261:35 pmSHA - MCI
2 stops37h 45mANA
Deal found 7/2$1,421

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 9/22

2:45 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

6:10 am-1:47 pm

2 stops44h 37m

$1,069

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Sat 9/13

3:37 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops37h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/21

7:50 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops36h 14m

$1,229

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - SHA

MCISHA

Kansas City

Mon 9/22

2:45 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/26

3:00 pm-1:47 pm

3 stops35h 47m

$1,247

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Sat 11/1

1:47 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops37h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/14

5:35 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,255

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Fri 10/24

3:28 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops37h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/11

1:15 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops38h 47m

$1,291

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/18

1:10 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$1,306

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 8/27

7:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/15

6:25 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$1,322

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Fri 8/29

11:33 am-12:35 am

2 stops24h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

1:35 am-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,370

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - SHA

MCISHA

Kansas City

Mon 9/22

3:23 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/26

1:35 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,421

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

2:56 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$449

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $1,123). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 MCI to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, ANA, and China Airlines from Kansas City 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai, you will be flying from Kansas City. Kansas City (MCI) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Kansas City is the only Kansas City airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 2 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Kansas City on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Shanghai is China Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,229 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and EVA Air, starting at $1,255 and $1,291 round-trip. China Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $717. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and ANA, as they are both options that can get you from Kansas City to Shanghai for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $1,123). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 2 airlines flying from Kansas City to Shanghai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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