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$510+ Cheap flights from Kentucky to Shanghai, China

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Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Tue 6/24
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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$965
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$510
(Kiwi.com)
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/168:15 amBNA - PVG
2 stops40h 50mAir Canada
Tue 10/143:55 pmPVG - BNA
2 stops30h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$965
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 10/226:35 pmBNA - PVG
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/295:50 pmPVG - BNA
2 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$984
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/166:15 amBNA - PVG
2 stops22h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:10 pmPVG - BNA
1 stop23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,097
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/165:00 amBNA - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/145:00 pmPVG - BNA
2 stops27h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,102
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 8/247:02 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops30h 58mJapan Airlines
Sun 9/214:05 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops33h 16mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,102
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/236:00 amLEX - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:00 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop18h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,107
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/247:00 amCVG - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/215:00 pmPVG - CVG
1 stop17h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,107
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/151:30 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Thu 11/275:50 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops42h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,132
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:14 pmCVG - PVG
2 stops32h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/224:05 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops33h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 9/17:00 amCVG - PVG
2 stops22h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/208:10 pmPVG - CVG
2 stops31h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/35:48 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops35h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/258:10 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops62h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/37:45 amLEX - PVG
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Thu 9/253:45 pmPVG - LEX
1 stop17h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,171

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Return

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NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/16

8:15 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

3:55 pm-9:23 am

2 stops30h 28m

$965

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Wed 10/22

6:35 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/29

5:50 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$984

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

12:10 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$1,097

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/16

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

5:00 pm-7:34 am

2 stops27h 34m

$1,102

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/24

7:02 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/21

4:05 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,102

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/21

5:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$1,107

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/21

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,107

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/30

5:14 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops32h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/22

4:05 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops33h 17m

$1,137

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/30

1:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/20

3:55 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$1,142

CincinnatiShanghai

CVG - PVG

CVGPVG

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/18

8:10 pm-9:38 am

2 stops25h 28m

$1,156

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Shanghai

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

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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Kentucky to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Kentucky to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $563. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kentucky to Shanghai for a low price.

  • 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 Lexington Blue Grass - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Kentucky to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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