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$1,152+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SHA
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Wed 7/23
Wed 7/30
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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 July 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,152
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,883
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Shanghai
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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 July 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:30 amTYS - PVG
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/245:00 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,152
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Fri 11/289:50 amTYS - PVG
2 stops43h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/21:30 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops33h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/14$1,156
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:00 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops22h 35mANA
Thu 10/231:35 amPVG - TYS
2 stops27h 43mANA
Deal found 7/16$1,402
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/15:45 amTYS - PVG
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/56:30 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops38h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,469
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sun 8/243:04 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops37h 16mQatar Airways
Sun 8/3112:35 amPVG - TYS
2 stops32h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/15$1,581
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sun 8/245:45 amTYS - PVG
2 stops46h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/3112:20 amPVG - TYS
3 stops50h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/15$2,720
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:08 amTYS - SHA
2 stops39h 17mJapan Airlines
Tue 8/512:50 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops44h 23mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/16$2,741
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:00 amTYS - SHA
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/212:50 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops44h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$3,402
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:30 amTYS - PVG
2 stops24h 15mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/286:35 pmPVG - TYS
2 stops31h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/16$4,019
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/272:00 pmTYS - SHA
2 stops58h 15mANA
Tue 10/281:40 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops35h 37mANA
Deal found 7/16$6,555

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville 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 July 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Shanghai that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/25

7:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/24

5:00 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$1,152

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 11/28

9:50 am-6:45 pm

2 stops43h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

1:30 pm-10:13 am

2 stops33h 43m

$1,156

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/25

2:00 pm-12:35 am

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/23

1:35 am-5:18 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$1,402

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/1

5:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/5

6:30 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$1,469

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

3:04 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/31

12:35 am-9:13 pm

2 stops32h 38m

$1,581

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

5:45 am-3:45 pm

2 stops46h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/31

12:20 am-2:40 pm

3 stops50h 20m

$2,720

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/1

8:08 am-11:25 am

2 stops39h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/5

12:50 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops44h 23m

$2,741

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/30

7:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/2

12:50 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops44h 42m

$3,402

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/25

7:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

6:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$4,019

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 9/27

2:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops58h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

1:40 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$6,555

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Deals found on 7/16

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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 $1,122). Flying from Knoxville to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,575). 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 July 18, 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.

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 July 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, and Qatar Airways from Knoxville to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,514 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,605 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,864 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

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 1 airline. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Knoxville to Shanghai round-trip from $1,152. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,156, and ANA, from $1,402. Users have found that American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 $1,122). Flying from Knoxville to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,575). 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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DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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