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$455+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — SHA
ene. 3 — ene. 101
sáb. 1/3
sáb. 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Shanghai

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 diciembre 4, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/76:44 amMCI - PVG
2 stops22h 46mJapan Airlines
mar. 12/96:40 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops31h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/76:15 amMCI - PVG
2 stops22h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/91:30 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop17h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/45:45 pmMCI - PVG
2 stops35h 10mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/81:30 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop17h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,254
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
vie. 12/56:44 amMCI - PVG
2 stops22h 46mJapan Airlines
dom. 12/72:00 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops61h 51mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
jue. 12/46:29 amMCI - PVG
1 stop18h 51mDelta
lun. 12/85:30 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop17h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/1$1,300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
vie. 12/56:00 amMCI - PVG
2 stops22h 55mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/71:30 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
vie. 12/56:44 amMCI - PVG
1 stop19h 41mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/76:25 pmPVG - MCI
1 stop16h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/176:00 amMCI - PVG
2 stops22h 55mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/238:55 pmPVG - MCI
2 stops37h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$2,173

Find 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 diciembre 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,069
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$455
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,561
From Kansas City to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($351 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 diciembre 4, 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

lun. 1/26

11:29 am-8:30 am

2 stops31h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 1/29

11:05 pm-10:32 am

2 stops49h 27m

$1,175

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

lun. 2/16

5:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 2/23

6:25 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$1,192

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

lun. 1/26

5:45 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 1/29

1:30 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$1,196

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

lun. 2/16

5:54 am-6:55 pm

2 stops47h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 2/23

1:30 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$1,210

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - SHA

MCISHA

Kansas City

lun. 1/26

6:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 1/29

1:10 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$1,211

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

mar. 1/13

3:24 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops37h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 3/2

1:30 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop19h 07m

$1,212

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

sáb. 3/14

9:15 am-8:30 am

2 stops34h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 3/28

10:10 am-2:30 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,225

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

lun. 4/20

7:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 4/30

8:35 am-11:41 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$1,238

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

sáb. 4/4

7:05 am-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 4/18

1:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,280

Kansas CityShanghai

MCI - PVG

MCIPVG

Kansas City

lun. 4/20

7:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 4/30

12:10 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$1,282

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $855). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,683). 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 diciembre 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Delta, and United 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,638 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

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. 4 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Kansas City on a regular basis.

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

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Japan Airlines can get you from Kansas City to Shanghai in just under 20h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 50m. There are 7030 mi between Kansas City and Shanghai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $1,101 and $1,127 round-trip. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Shanghai (average of $855). Flying from Kansas City to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,683). 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 Kansas City to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,127Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,535Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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