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$470+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SHA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 3/313:08 pm
MSP
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PVG
2 stops37h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/147:20 am
PVG
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MSP
2 stops23h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,062
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/313:08 pm
MSP
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SHA
2 stops31h 57m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/144:50 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops42h 32m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,082
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:20 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops35h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/112:30 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops40h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,082
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/306:11 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops38h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/147:20 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops23h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,088
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/286:11 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops34h 39m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 4/167:20 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops23h 18m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,106
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 4/2711:18 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops35h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/85:40 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops36h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,112
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:39 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops37h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/188:30 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops23h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,137
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:11 pm
MSP
-
SHA
2 stops28h 54m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/144:50 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops42h 32m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,157
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 2/99:55 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops45h 30m
ANA
Wed 3/42:35 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops31h 05m
ANA
Deal found 1/28$1,157
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 2/38:20 am
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops41h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 3/67:10 am
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops24h 22m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,159
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:11 pm
MSP
-
SHA
2 stops31h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/510:30 pm
SHA
-
MSP
2 stops34h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,162
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:11 pm
MSP
-
PVG
2 stops27h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/57:05 pm
PVG
-
MSP
2 stops38h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,162

Find flight deals from Minnesota to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,062
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$470
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,468
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Shanghai that are best for you.

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MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/3

7:39 am-1:30 pm

2 stops39h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/29

7:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$1,062

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/31

7:40 am-11:05 am

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

5:40 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops36h 58m

$1,062

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/31

3:08 pm-11:05 am

2 stops30h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

7:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$1,062

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/31

3:08 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 57m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops42h 32m

$1,082

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/30

6:11 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops38h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

7:20 am-5:38 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,088

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/1

11:13 am-5:50 pm

2 stops41h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

7:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$1,088

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

11:18 am-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/8

5:40 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops36h 58m

$1,112

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - PVG

MSPPVG

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/3

5:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

8:30 am-9:21 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$1,137

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/30

6:11 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops42h 32m

$1,157

MinneapolisShanghai

MSP - SHA

MSPSHA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/15

6:11 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/5

10:30 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$1,162

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Shanghai (average of $780). Flying from Minnesota 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Shanghai?

    For as low as $1,082, Cathay Pacific can have you in Shanghai from Minnesota in 31h 57m. The distance from Minnesota to Shanghai is about 6745 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from Minnesota to Shanghai consider Minneapolis St Paul - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Minneapolis St Paul - Shanghai Pu Dong or Rochester - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Shanghai (average of $780). Flying from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,166Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,287Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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