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$1,040+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Shanghai, China

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PIT — SHA
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,082
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$1,040
(Japan Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,391
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:59 amPIT - PVG
1 stop20h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/106:10 pmPVG - PIT
1 stop16h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,081
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/285:20 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops34h 05mDelta
Tue 9/95:30 pmPVG - PIT
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,216
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/34:15 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/92:30 amPVG - PIT
2 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,217
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:15 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops64h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1612:35 amPVG - PIT
2 stops33h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,334
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/109:40 pmPIT - PVG
1 stop22h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 8/1211:00 amPVG - PIT
2 stops46h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,725
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 6/38:30 pmPIT - SHA
3 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/196:10 pmSHA - PIT
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,737
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:42 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops34h 43mEVA Air
Tue 8/128:05 pmPVG - PIT
2 stops22h 38mEVA Air
Deal found 4/29$1,810
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/252:10 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops29h 30mSWISS
Tue 8/1210:10 amPVG - PIT
3 stops42h 43mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$2,217
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:15 amPIT - PVG
2 stops45h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/1612:20 amPVG - PIT
3 stops49h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$2,626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:15 amPIT - SHA
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/191:30 pmSHA - PIT
3 stops32h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$2,766
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/292:10 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops22h 25mANA
Wed 7/91:35 amPVG - PIT
2 stops23h 39mANA
Deal found 4/29$6,472

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/5

7:09 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

5:00 pm-9:38 am

2 stops28h 38m

$1,082

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Mon 7/28

5:20 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/9

5:30 pm-10:06 am

2 stops28h 36m

$1,216

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/5

12:15 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops64h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

12:35 am-10:13 pm

2 stops33h 38m

$1,334

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/5

7:42 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

8:05 pm-4:55 pm

3 stops32h 50m

$1,483

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Tue 6/10

9:40 pm-7:55 am

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

11:00 am-9:32 pm

2 stops46h 32m

$1,725

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - SHA

PITSHA

Pittsburgh

Tue 6/3

8:30 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/19

6:10 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops35h 00m

$1,737

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Wed 6/25

7:42 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops34h 43m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

8:05 pm-6:43 am

2 stops22h 38m

$1,810

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Wed 6/25

2:10 pm-7:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

10:10 am-4:53 pm

3 stops42h 43m

$2,217

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Tue 8/5

6:15 am-3:45 pm

2 stops45h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

12:20 am-2:00 pm

3 stops49h 40m

$2,626

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - SHA

PITSHA

Pittsburgh

Tue 6/3

6:15 am-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/19

1:30 pm-9:36 am

3 stops32h 06m

$2,766

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 PIT to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 April 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pittsburgh to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 30, 2025.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 13.5 mi from the city center, Pittsburgh is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Pittsburgh. Booking flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Pittsburgh to Shanghai is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,082 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,216 and $1,334 round-trip. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 5 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$558Average$2,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,077Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,313Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,369Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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