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$453+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Shanghai, China

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MSY — SHA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,080
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$453
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,276
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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 11/114:51 pmMSY - PVG
3 stops35h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/164:30 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,080
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 11/114:51 pmMSY - SHA
2 stops33h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:10 pmSHA - MSY
2 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,091
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 11/115:35 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops35h 00mChina Airlines
Mon 11/177:50 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops42h 39mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,136
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/93:25 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops33h 40mAir Canada
Tue 12/95:35 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops42h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 6/30$1,244
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 11/117:45 pmMSY - PVG
1 stop23h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 11/1710:55 amPVG - MSY
1 stop45h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,346
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:40 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops28h 20mAustrian Airlines
Mon 12/812:10 amPVG - MSY
2 stops32h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,485
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:38 amMSY - PVG
2 stops24h 37mANA
Sat 11/152:30 amPVG - MSY
2 stops24h 43mANA
Deal found 7/3$1,588
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/151:00 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops37h 50mLufthansa
Tue 1/612:00 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops72h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$1,612
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 12/176:35 amMSY - PVG
2 stops47h 05mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/76:35 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops42h 27mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,622
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 11/246:15 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops31h 35mDelta
Sun 11/305:30 pmPVG - MSY
1 stop31h 02mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/97:00 amMSY - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/96:10 pmPVG - MSY
1 stop15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,632
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/314:53 pmMSY - PVG
2 stops36h 32mEVA Air
Thu 8/78:05 pmPVG - MSY
2 stops22h 45mEVA Air
Deal found 7/1$1,666

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

3:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

5:35 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops42h 04m

$1,244

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

7:58 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops53h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

5:35 pm-8:52 am

3 stops29h 17m

$1,344

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

12:40 pm-6:00 am

2 stops28h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/8

12:10 am-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,485

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

6:10 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$1,632

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

4:53 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops36h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/7

8:05 pm-5:50 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,666

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - SHA

MSYSHA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

3:27 pm-11:00 am

3 stops30h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/7

9:10 am-5:35 am

3 stops33h 25m

$1,719

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/27

7:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/3

3:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,894

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

7:14 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop33h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/31

8:10 pm-10:13 am

2 stops27h 03m

$2,062

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - PVG

MSYPVG

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

10:35 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/6

12:35 am-5:50 am

2 stops42h 15m

$2,205

New OrleansShanghai

MSY - SHA

MSYSHA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/27

5:44 am-12:05 pm

2 stops41h 21m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

1:20 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops46h 19m

$2,524

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Shanghai (average of $1,123). Flying from New Orleans to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 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 July 3, 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 at noon could potentially save you up to 3% 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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, ANA, and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.4
Very good
893 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,505 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,215 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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 1 airline has 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.

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

    According to our current data, China Airlines ($1,136), Air Canada ($1,244), and British Airways ($1,346) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Shanghai. China Airlines is priced at 29% 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Shanghai (average of $1,123). Flying from New Orleans to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 airline flying from New Orleans to Shanghai

Discover the top airline 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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