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$1,107+ Cheap flights from Lexington (LEX) to Shanghai, China

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LEX — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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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$1,107
(American Airlines)

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July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,941
From Lexington Blue Grass to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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 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
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.
Tue 9/2311:09 amLEX - PVG
2 stops41h 11mQatar Airways
Mon 10/2012:35 amPVG - LEX
2 stops34h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,343
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:59 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops49h 56mBritish Airways
Sun 7/611:00 amPVG - LEX
2 stops48h 29mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,587
This Japan 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/207:13 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops30h 47mJapan Airlines
Mon 8/44:05 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops38h 37mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,183
This Japan 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/197:07 pmLEX - SHA
2 stops28h 18mJapan Airlines
Tue 8/512:50 pmSHA - LEX
2 stops46h 33mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,183
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/296:48 pmLEX - PVG
2 stops36h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/51:55 amPVG - LEX
2 stops33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,320
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2210:05 amLEX - PVG
2 stops22h 05mKorean Air
Thu 8/71:40 pmPVG - LEX
2 stops37h 21mKorean Air
Deal found 6/10$3,252

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 Lexington to Shanghai that are best for you.

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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

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 9/3

5:48 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops35h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/25

8:10 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops62h 11m

$1,170

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 9/3

7:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/25

3:45 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop17h 51m

$1,171

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 9/23

11:09 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/20

12:35 am-11:24 pm

2 stops34h 49m

$1,343

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/29

5:59 pm-7:55 am

2 stops49h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

11:00 am-11:29 pm

2 stops48h 29m

$1,587

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 7/20

7:13 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/4

4:05 pm-6:42 pm

2 stops38h 37m

$2,183

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - SHA

LEXSHA

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 7/19

7:07 pm-11:25 am

2 stops28h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/5

12:50 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops46h 33m

$2,183

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/29

6:48 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops36h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/5

1:55 am-11:44 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$2,320

LexingtonShanghai

LEX - PVG

LEXPVG

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 7/22

10:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/7

1:40 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops37h 21m

$3,252

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Lexington with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Lexington to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 5.6 mi from the city center, Lexington Blue Grass is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Lexington. Booking flights from Blue Grass (LEX) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $1,107, American Airlines will fly you from Lexington to Shanghai and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,170 and $1,171, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lexington 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$1,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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