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$510+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SHA
Apr 29 — May 61
Wed 4/29
Wed 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 30, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 8/177:59 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops37h 11m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/308:35 am
PVG
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MSP
2 stops26h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$1,100
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 9/15:31 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops38h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/51:10 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops22h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,132
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 9/266:40 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops26h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 10/52:30 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops41h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/25$1,142
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 9/252:25 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops42h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 10/52:30 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops41h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/25$1,152
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 8/316:40 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops26h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/308:35 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops26h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$1,167
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sun 9/137:11 pm
MSP
-
SHA
2 stops31h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/2010:30 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops32h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/133:00 pm
MSP
-
PVG
1 stop37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/105:00 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops49h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,176
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/176:05 am
MSP
-
SHA
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/81:20 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops29h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,181
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1212:18 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops32h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/281:10 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops40h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$1,187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/83:00 pm
MSP
-
PVG
1 stop37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/105:00 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops49h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/133:00 pm
MSP
-
PVG
1 stop37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/78:35 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops34h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,194
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/137:11 pm
MSP
-
SHA
2 stops31h 24m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 9/2010:30 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops37h 17m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$1,196

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 March 30, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,100
(oojo)

One-way from

$510
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,324
From Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 March 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/13

7:11 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/20

10:30 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops32h 33m

$1,169

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/17

6:05 am-3:35 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/8

1:20 pm-5:38 am

2 stops29h 18m

$1,181

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/13

7:11 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/20

10:30 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops37h 17m

$1,201

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/26

7:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops45h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/12

6:25 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,403

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/20

3:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/3

7:40 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops41h 02m

$1,494

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/12

4:50 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops38h 08m

$1,638

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/8

3:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/8

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,640

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/24

3:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

11:15 am-2:41 pm

1 stop40h 26m

$1,640

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/28

8:35 pm-9:25 am

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/23

9:30 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop28h 42m

$1,658

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/8

3:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/15

11:15 am-4:39 pm

1 stop42h 24m

$1,690

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai (average of $649). Flying from Minneapolis to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,663). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Shanghai?

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 March 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Minneapolis to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,358 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,530 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,358 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.3 mi from the city center, Minneapolis St Paul is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Minneapolis. Booking flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai?

    Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, and KLM can get you from Minneapolis to Shanghai in just under 29h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 40m. The distance between Minneapolis and Shanghai is about 6737 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $1,173, American Airlines will fly you from Minneapolis to Shanghai and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $1,287. Users have found that American Airlines is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai (average of $649). Flying from Minneapolis to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,663). 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 March 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,287Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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