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$1,606+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) 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 June 12, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/195:57 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops34h 08mDelta
Mon 7/146:25 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops31h 26mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,606
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.
Thu 6/197:00 amTYS - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/145:00 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,191
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:25 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 7/1312:35 amPVG - TYS
2 stops59h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,271
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/199:45 amTYS - SHA
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/141:20 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,541
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/195:45 amTYS - PVG
2 stops46h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1312:20 amPVG - TYS
3 stops50h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$2,581
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/191:56 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1410:00 amPVG - TYS
3 stops47h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,704
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/198:05 amTYS - SHA
2 stops39h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 7/1412:50 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops36h 22mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$3,028

Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Knoxville 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TYS to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Knoxville to Shanghai as you normally would.

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).

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) if they book a flight from Knoxville to Shanghai. On average, McGhee Tyson has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 2 airlines. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville 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
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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