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$448+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SHA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$739
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$448
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,630
From Phoenix to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/194:10 pmPHX - SHA
2 stops26h 50mAir China
Sun 9/2110:30 pmSHA - PHX
2 stops40h 45mAir China
Deal found 9/15$831
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1310:41 amPHX - PVG
2 stops32h 34mAir China
Mon 10/2011:00 amPVG - PHX
2 stops28h 15mAir China
Deal found 9/15$859
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/311:30 pmPHX - SHA
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/75:30 pmSHA - PHX
2 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$883
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 11/17:05 amPHX - SHA
2 stops23h 35mAir China
Sat 11/810:30 pmSHA - PHX
2 stops38h 14mAir China
Deal found 9/17$911
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/315:16 pmPHX - PVG
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 amPVG - PHX
2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$914
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1811:53 amPHX - PVG
2 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/97:20 amPVG - PHX
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$938
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 11/224:44 pmPHX - PVG
3 stops39h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/284:30 pmPVG - PHX
2 stops23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$956
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 11/225:53 pmPHX - PVG
2 stops28h 17mChina Southern
Fri 11/286:55 amPVG - PHX
2 stops31h 08mChina Southern
Deal found 9/16$960
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:55 amPHX - PVG
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/214:25 pmPVG - PHX
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$966
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:33 amPHX - SHA
2 stops34h 22mAir China
Fri 11/72:25 pmSHA - PHX
2 stops38h 41mAir China
Deal found 9/16$969
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 9/175:00 amPHX - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/195:00 pmPVG - PHX
1 stop18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$981
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:05 amPHX - PVG
2 stops24h 15mAir China
Sat 11/154:30 pmPVG - PHX
2 stops44h 14mAir China
Deal found 9/14$984

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Phoenix

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Shanghai

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PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 10/31

1:30 pm-9:55 am

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/7

5:30 pm-1:14 am

2 stops22h 44m

$883

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 11/1

7:05 am-9:40 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/8

10:30 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$911

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 10/31

10:33 am-11:55 am

2 stops34h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/7

2:25 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops38h 41m

$969

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/30

1:30 pm-9:55 am

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

5:30 pm-1:14 am

2 stops22h 44m

$986

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/4

7:10 am-10:40 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/16

5:30 pm-12:15 am

2 stops21h 45m

$1,001

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - PVG

PHXPVG

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

12:10 pm-12:15 am

2 stops27h 05m

$1,009

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - PVG

PHXPVG

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 9/30

6:50 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/13

5:00 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop21h 17m

$1,014

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - PVG

PHXPVG

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 9/30

3:30 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/13

5:30 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop15h 38m

$1,014

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - PVG

PHXPVG

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/21

3:32 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops31h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

4:30 pm-1:14 am

2 stops23h 44m

$1,063

PhoenixShanghai

PHX - SHA

PHXSHA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/16

8:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/18

2:10 pm-8:38 am

2 stops33h 28m

$1,079

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Phoenix to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 PHX to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 15% 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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix to Shanghai, such as Delta, United Airlines, and China Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Phoenix to Shanghai in 20h 45m. Fly via Air China, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6757 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $620, was found to be the cheapest airline from Phoenix to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and China Eastern. Delta is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $551. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from Phoenix to Shanghai for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Phoenix to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 3 airlines flying from Phoenix to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$620Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$993Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$1,092Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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