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$1,059+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SHA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,059
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,581
From Kansas City to Shanghai
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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 August 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/312:56 pmMCI - PVG
1 stop37h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/34:00 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,059
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/312:56 pmMCI - SHA
2 stops32h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/34:50 pmSHA - MCI
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,066
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 9/12:56 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/172:15 amPVG - MCI
3 stops44h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,096
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sun 8/312:56 pmMCI - PVG
1 stop37h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/311:10 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops37h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,132
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/54:05 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/72:20 amPVG - MCI
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 9/12:56 pmMCI - PVG
1 stop37h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/311:10 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops37h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$1,185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/15:45 amMCI - PVG
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/185:00 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop17h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amMCI - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/316:25 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops31h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/17:00 amMCI - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/316:25 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop30h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,200
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/167:00 amMCI - PVG
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:10 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops23h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,216
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:49 pmMCI - SHA
2 stops26h 36mJapan Airlines
Mon 10/271:10 pmSHA - MCI
2 stops36h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 8/17$1,557
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/243:23 pmMCI - SHA
2 stops32h 02mANA
Tue 11/111:40 pmSHA - MCI
2 stops35h 00mANA
Deal found 8/17$1,816

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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 August 18, 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

Sun 8/31

2:56 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop37h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

4:00 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$1,059

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - SHA

MCISHA

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

2:56 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops32h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/3

4:50 pm-2:00 pm

3 stops34h 10m

$1,066

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

2:56 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/17

2:15 am-9:58 am

3 stops44h 43m

$1,096

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Sun 8/31

2:56 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop37h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/31

1:10 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops37h 52m

$1,132

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Fri 9/5

4:05 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/7

2:20 am-12:40 am

3 stops36h 20m

$1,174

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

2:56 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop37h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/31

1:10 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops37h 52m

$1,185

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

5:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/18

5:00 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop17h 08m

$1,193

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Fri 9/5

5:32 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/8

6:10 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$1,193

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/11

5:00 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop17h 08m

$1,193

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/31

6:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,198

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Shanghai

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 $1,119). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 August 18, 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 August 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Shanghai?

    Japan Airlines can get you from Kansas City to Shanghai in just under 40h 13m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 7039 mi between Kansas City and Shanghai.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Shanghai is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,101 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $1,101. American Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $1,119). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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