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$571+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai are usually found in February or April, booked 51 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,036
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$571
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,935
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 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 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 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
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/195:45 pmRDU - PVG
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 10/912:35 amPVG - RDU
2 stops45h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,310
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:15 amRDU - PVG
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/281:30 pmPVG - RDU
3 stops36h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,352
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:11 pmRDU - SHA
2 stops27h 14mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/281:10 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops36h 49mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,419
This Air France 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/66:20 pmRDU - PVG
1 stop35h 55mAir France
Fri 7/189:30 pmPVG - RDU
1 stop30h 40mAir France
Deal found 6/12$1,420
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/169:15 amRDU - SHA
2 stops38h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/211:20 pmSHA - RDU
2 stops36h 39mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/12$1,490

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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 June 12, 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 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

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

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/1

6:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/5

6:10 pm-9:56 am

2 stops28h 46m

$1,244

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/3

11:17 am-3:05 pm

3 stops39h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/24

4:50 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops36h 00m

$1,261

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/19

5:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

12:35 am-10:32 am

2 stops45h 57m

$1,310

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

1:30 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops36h 38m

$1,352

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

8:11 pm-11:25 am

2 stops27h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

1:10 pm-1:59 pm

2 stops36h 49m

$1,419

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to SHA?

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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Raleigh to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus 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 June 12, 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
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
7,946 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
1,490 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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.

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 4 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 $1,036. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air China, from $1,106, and Delta, from $1,203. These flights start at 33% 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 $571. Users have also found prices from $585 and $592 on Air Canada and Delta, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,104Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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