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$560+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Shanghai, China

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RDU — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,036
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$560
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,842
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/39:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops41h 05mAir Canada
Wed 9/243:55 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops41h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,036
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:36 amRDU - SHA
2 stops35h 24mAir China
Tue 10/2811:30 amSHA - RDU
2 stops24h 11mAir China
Deal found 6/10$1,106
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/147:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/285:50 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,122
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/147:45 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2811:30 amSHA - RDU
2 stops24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,130
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 9/207:46 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops54h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/33:55 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops41h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,142
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 9/207:46 pmCLT - PVG
2 stops54h 19mAir Canada
Fri 10/33:55 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops34h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,161
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 9/195:45 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Fri 10/103:45 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/9$1,203
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/205:25 pmCLT - SHA
2 stops29h 55mChina Southern
Fri 10/39:50 pmSHA - CLT
2 stops46h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 6/9$1,206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/117:21 amCLT - PVG
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/285:00 pmPVG - CLT
1 stop17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 9/116:40 amCLT - PVG
2 stops22h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/288:10 pmPVG - CLT
2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 12/16:55 amRDU - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/56:10 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops28h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,244
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/311:17 amRDU - PVG
3 stops39h 48mSingapore Airlines
Wed 9/244:50 pmPVG - RDU
3 stops36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,261

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Shanghai that are best for you.

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

9:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,036

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

10:36 am-10:00 am

2 stops35h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

11:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops24h 11m

$1,106

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

7:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

5:50 pm-10:08 am

2 stops28h 18m

$1,122

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

7:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

11:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops24h 11m

$1,130

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/20

7:46 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops54h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

3:55 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$1,142

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/20

7:46 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops54h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

3:55 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops34h 37m

$1,161

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/19

5:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

3:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$1,203

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - SHA

CLTSHA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/20

5:25 pm-11:20 am

2 stops29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/3

9:50 pm-7:50 am

2 stops46h 00m

$1,206

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 9/11

7:21 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/28

5:00 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$1,209

CharlotteShanghai

CLT - PVG

CLTPVG

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 9/11

6:40 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/28

8:10 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,214

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from North Carolina to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 NC to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, ANA and Singapore Airlines from North Carolina to Shanghai have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Japan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $570. Users have also found prices from $571 and $585 on United Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Shanghai?

    While some choose either Raleigh-Durham - Shanghai Pu Dong or Charlotte Douglas - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from North Carolina to Shanghai.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from North Carolina to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 4 airlines flying from North Carolina to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$980Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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