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$480+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Shanghai, China

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PIT — SHA
Jan 18 — Jan 251
Sun 1/18
Sun 1/25
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

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 December 19, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/227:55 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops57h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/51:30 pmPVG - PIT
3 stops57h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,576
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:15 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/511:25 amPVG - PIT
2 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,747
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/223:50 pmPIT - PVG
2 stops28h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 1/210:55 amPVG - PIT
2 stops43h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,945
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:06 pmPIT - PVG
1 stop36h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:55 pmPVG - PIT
2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,450
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2211:40 amPIT - SHA
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/510:30 pmSHA - PIT
2 stops33h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$3,648
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/225:42 pmPIT - SHA
2 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/212:30 pmSHA - PIT
2 stops23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,733
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/229:15 pmPIT - PVG
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 1/510:55 amPVG - PIT
2 stops43h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/18$4,903
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:00 amPIT - PVG
3 stops45h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/511:30 pmPVG - PIT
3 stops51h 34mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$7,699
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/229:53 amPIT - PVG
1 stop20h 22mChina Eastern
Mon 1/52:05 pmPVG - PIT
1 stop28h 13mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/18$7,711
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:00 amPIT - PVG
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/211:35 amPVG - PIT
2 stops49h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$9,194

Find 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 December 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,076
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,811
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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 December 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai that are best for you.

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PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Wed 1/14

6:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/21

10:10 am-11:55 pm

2 stops50h 45m

$1,076

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

8:55 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$1,093

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Sun 1/11

7:06 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

6:25 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$1,093

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Wed 1/14

9:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/21

1:30 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$1,104

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Sat 1/17

9:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/31

1:30 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$1,104

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Sun 2/1

7:06 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

5:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops29h 30m

$1,109

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Sat 2/14

8:06 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/1

8:55 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$1,109

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - PVG

PITPVG

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/22

8:55 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops36h 59m

$1,109

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - SHA

PITSHA

Pittsburgh

Sun 2/1

11:43 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/8

10:30 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$1,221

PittsburghShanghai

PIT - SHA

PITSHA

Pittsburgh

Sun 3/29

11:51 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$1,221

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai (average of $559). Flying from Pittsburgh to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,409). 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 SHA?

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 December 19, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Shanghai?

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 December 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Pittsburgh to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,058 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,589 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai?

    Departing from Pittsburgh to Shanghai will take you 20h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7285 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Pittsburgh to Shanghai is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $558 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $565 and $1,077 round-trip. These flights start at 60% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Shanghai (average of $559). Flying from Pittsburgh to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,409). 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 Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 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 December 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$558Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$565Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,077Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,349Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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