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$571+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SHA
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 October 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$790
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$571
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,378
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:45 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/41:10 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$790
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:45 pmMSY - SHA
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/45:30 pmSHA - MSY
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$872
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:04 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops31h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/37:10 amPVG - MSY
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,010
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/277:00 amMSY - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/46:25 pmPVG - MSY
1 stop18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,192
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:15 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Mon 11/38:15 pmPVG - MSY
1 stop17h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/26$1,196
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:45 pmMSY - PVG
1 stop33h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/36:25 pmPVG - MSY
1 stop18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,198
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:04 pmMSY - SHA
2 stops27h 16mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/310:30 pmSHA - MSY
2 stops38h 44mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/26$1,210
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 10/316:04 amMSY - SHA
2 stops41h 16mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/210:30 pmSHA - MSY
2 stops38h 44mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/27$2,582
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:55 amMSY - SHA
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/24:50 pmSHA - MSY
3 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,892

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Shanghai that are best for you.

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New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/27

3:45 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

1:10 pm-5:10 am

2 stops30h 00m

$790

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - SHA

MSYSHA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/27

3:45 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/4

5:30 pm-5:10 am

2 stops25h 40m

$872

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/16

12:14 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/20

12:20 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops22h 53m

$998

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - SHA

MSYSHA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/16

6:32 am-12:05 pm

2 stops40h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/20

1:20 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops45h 53m

$1,073

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/27

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

6:25 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop18h 17m

$1,192

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/7

6:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

8:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,192

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

6:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

8:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$1,192

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

7:21 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,192

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

6:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

8:15 pm-8:50 am

2 stops26h 35m

$1,196

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

6:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/25

5:30 pm-8:50 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,196

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Shanghai

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 October 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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 October 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Shanghai, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Shanghai. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Shanghai?

    For as low as $998, Cathay Pacific can have you in Shanghai from New Orleans in 34h 56m. The distance from New Orleans to Shanghai is about 7712 mi.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($538), and American Airlines ($1,101) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Shanghai. United Airlines is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from New Orleans to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$538Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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