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$534+ Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to Shanghai, China

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BNA — SHA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$966
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$534
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,579
From Nashville Intl to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/163:30 pmBNA - PVG
2 stops33h 35mAir Canada
Tue 10/143:55 pmPVG - BNA
1 stop16h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$966
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/166:00 amBNA - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/145:00 pmPVG - BNA
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,047
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 4/307:00 pmBNA - PVG
2 stops31h 25mDelta
Fri 5/233:45 pmPVG - BNA
2 stops29h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,106
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/28:15 amBNA - PVG
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/72:30 amPVG - BNA
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 4/306:18 pmBNA - PVG
1 stop34h 27mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/2312:10 pmPVG - BNA
1 stop23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,221
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/166:15 amBNA - PVG
2 stops25h 25mANA
Mon 10/131:35 amPVG - BNA
2 stops24h 00mANA
Deal found 4/30$1,274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/27:00 amBNA - SHA
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/81:40 pmSHA - BNA
3 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,378
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:20 amBNA - PVG
2 stops41h 40mJapan Airlines
Mon 6/2310:00 amPVG - BNA
2 stops41h 56mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,511
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/57:20 amBNA - SHA
2 stops39h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 6/1012:50 pmSHA - BNA
2 stops39h 06mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,786
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 7/411:48 amBNA - PVG
2 stops39h 32mQatar Airways
Tue 7/812:35 amPVG - BNA
2 stops35h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,887
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:40 amBNA - SHA
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/211:30 pmSHA - BNA
2 stops28h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,397
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/88:00 amBNA - SHA
2 stops39h 15mANA
Mon 5/121:35 pmSHA - BNA
2 stops36h 05mANA
Deal found 4/30$4,602

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Nashville

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/5

4:20 pm-1:50 pm

3 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

1:25 pm-5:55 am

3 stops29h 30m

$1,321

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/4

6:36 am-4:05 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/9

5:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$1,339

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/5

4:57 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

3:55 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop16h 42m

$1,382

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Mon 6/30

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/10

6:10 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$1,425

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - SHA

BNASHA

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/5

4:20 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops30h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

8:20 am-5:55 am

3 stops34h 35m

$1,466

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/17

7:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/23

10:00 am-2:56 pm

2 stops41h 56m

$1,511

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - SHA

BNASHA

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/5

7:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

12:50 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops39h 06m

$1,786

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/4

11:48 am-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/8

12:35 am-10:47 pm

2 stops35h 12m

$1,887

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - SHA

BNASHA

Nashville Intl

Sat 6/14

6:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/21

1:30 pm-5:02 am

2 stops28h 32m

$2,397

NashvilleShanghai

BNA - PVG

BNAPVG

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/8

8:40 am-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/12

8:10 pm-9:24 am

2 stops26h 14m

$2,968

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Nashville to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 BNA to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Nashville to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, ANA and Delta from Nashville to Shanghai. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Nashville, you will be flying from Nashville Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Nashville Intl (BNA) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Nashville. There are 0 flights from Nashville Intl to Shanghai per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($966), American Airlines ($1,047), and Delta ($1,106) offers the cheapest pricing from Nashville to Shanghai. Users have found that Air Canada is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nashville to Shanghai one-way?

    $534 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Japan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $538 and $656, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Nashville to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 Nashville to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$971Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,049Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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