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$462+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SHA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:54 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/67:10 amPVG - CVG
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,010
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:07 amCVG - PVG
2 stops37h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/138:30 amPVG - CVG
2 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,012
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 10/306:22 amCVG - PVG
1 stop22h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:25 pmPVG - CVG
1 stop17h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,046
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/147:45 amLEX - PVG
2 stops43h 05mDelta
Tue 11/185:30 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/30$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/285:36 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops33h 14mDelta
Tue 12/26:00 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops37h 58mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/297:59 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops33h 01mDelta
Sun 12/216:00 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops28h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/51:28 pmTRI - PVG
2 stops36h 52mDelta
Sun 11/95:30 pmPVG - TRI
2 stops28h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,050
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:21 pmCVG - SHA
2 stops34h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:30 pmSHA - CVG
2 stops35h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,060
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:21 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops36h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/88:30 amPVG - CVG
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,060
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/13:46 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops59h 34mDelta
Wed 11/56:00 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops28h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,062
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/25:31 amCVG - PVG
1 stop21h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:25 pmPVG - CVG
1 stop17h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,064
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 10/306:22 amCVG - PVG
1 stop22h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/136:25 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,074

Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,010
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$462
(Orbitz)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Shanghai that are best for you.

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CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 11/26

12:18 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops35h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

7:10 am-10:13 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$1,010

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 11/26

12:18 pm-11:35 am

2 stops34h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/3

7:10 am-8:31 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$1,010

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 11/29

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/21

5:30 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$1,046

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 11/7

5:31 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/8

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$1,046

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 11/26

5:31 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$1,046

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 12/2

6:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/21

5:30 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$1,046

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 11/14

7:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:00 pm-9:53 am

2 stops28h 53m

$1,050

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/24

1:37 pm-11:35 am

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

7:20 am-8:18 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$1,050

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 11/28

7:39 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

6:00 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$1,050

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - SHA

CVGSHA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 11/7

12:21 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

10:30 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops35h 01m

$1,060

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Shanghai (average of $1,066). Flying from Kentucky to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,734). 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 KY to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kentucky to Shanghai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Kentucky to Shanghai in 20h 15m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 7292 mi between Kentucky and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from Kentucky to Shanghai consider Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Shanghai Pu Dong or Nashville Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Shanghai (average of $1,066). Flying from Kentucky to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,734). 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 Kentucky to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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