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$550+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Shanghai, China

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RDU — SHA
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai are usually found in February or April, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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

$1,146
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$550
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
From Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh 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 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/253:54 pmRDU - PVG
1 stop36h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/306:10 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop32h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,146
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/301:10 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops33h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,226
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.
Sat 5/36:10 amRDU - PVG
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1912:10 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop21h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,295
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:00 amRDU - PVG
2 stops28h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/218:35 amPVG - RDU
2 stops28h 07mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,375
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/46:02 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops53h 23mJapan Airlines
Wed 6/1112:50 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops22h 04mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,444
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:15 pmRDU - PVG
1 stop25h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/311:00 amPVG - RDU
1 stop39h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,451
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1310:15 amRDU - PVG
2 stops48h 35mAir China
Mon 6/23:45 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops44h 17mAir China
Deal found 4/28$1,481
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1310:15 amRDU - SHA
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Mon 6/29:30 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops38h 32mAir China
Deal found 4/28$1,481
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 6/47:20 amRDU - PVG
2 stops42h 40mJapan Airlines
Sun 6/294:05 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops41h 54mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,512
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/137:48 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops37h 07mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/11:20 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops45h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,529
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:55 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Mon 6/165:30 pmPVG - RDU
2 stops28h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,541
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/184:35 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Wed 7/163:55 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop17h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,562

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Shanghai that are best for you.

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

9:52 am-7:15 am

2 stops33h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

12:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,277

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

6:10 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/19

12:10 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$1,295

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

6:02 pm-11:25 am

2 stops53h 23m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/11

12:50 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$1,444

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

6:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/3

11:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$1,451

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/11

5:34 am-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

5:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

$1,458

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

10:15 am-10:50 pm

2 stops48h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/2

3:45 pm-12:02 am

2 stops44h 17m

$1,481

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

10:15 am-10:55 am

2 stops36h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/2

9:30 pm-12:02 am

2 stops38h 32m

$1,481

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

5:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

7:05 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops29h 08m

$1,501

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

7:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops42h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/29

4:05 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops41h 54m

$1,512

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

7:48 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/1

1:20 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops45h 09m

$1,529

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, ANA and Singapore Airlines from Raleigh to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Raleigh-Durham; 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 5 airlines have flights from the Raleigh airport to Shanghai. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Shanghai round-trip from $1,146. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $1,375, and Air Canada, from $1,400. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $550. Users have also found prices from $572 and $606 on American Airlines and Japan Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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
American AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,158Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,274Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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