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$513+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
Apr 26 — May 31
Sun 4/26
Sun 5/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Shanghai

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 March 27, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/156:21 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops36h 04m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/127:55 am
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops50h 58m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/22$1,053
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 7/2811:20 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops31h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/117:55 am
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops38h 33m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,081
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:10 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops41h 15m
Korean Air
Tue 1/198:50 am
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops46h 12m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/26$1,129
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:10 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops38h 30m
Korean Air
Thu 1/212:00 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops41h 02m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/26$1,135
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/236:50 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops41h 45m
Korean Air
Mon 1/182:00 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops41h 02m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/25$1,172
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:10 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops41h 15m
Korean Air
Fri 1/2211:20 am
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops43h 42m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/26$1,179
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 8/225:20 pm
RDU
-
PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/111:10 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$1,217
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/153:40 pm
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops34h 25m
Air Canada
Tue 5/123:55 pm
PVG
-
RDU
1 stop36h 23m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22$1,218
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/282:25 pm
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops32h 25m
China Airlines
Tue 11/312:05 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops34h 48m
China Airlines
Deal found 3/22$1,219
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/283:40 pm
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops34h 25m
Air Canada
Tue 5/53:55 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops36h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/25$1,226
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 10/209:10 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops40h 55m
Air Canada
Tue 1/195:35 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops40h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/25$1,227
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 8/97:22 pm
RDU
-
SHA
2 stops32h 13m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 8/311:20 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops42h 51m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/23$1,241

Find 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 March 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,053
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$513
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,205
From Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai
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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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

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Quickest round-trip

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

5:38 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,397

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

12:35 am-10:11 am

2 stops45h 36m

$1,515

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/6

2:32 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/21

12:35 am-9:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,522

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/16

7:59 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops34h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/14

9:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$1,645

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/17

6:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/8

9:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$1,653

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

6:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/14

9:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$1,653

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/8

7:13 am-5:05 pm

2 stops45h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/21

6:25 pm-12:16 am

2 stops41h 51m

$1,661

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/8

7:59 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/7

6:25 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$1,741

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/6

7:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops46h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/18

6:25 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,741

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/10

8:00 am-7:15 am

2 stops35h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/8

12:15 am-10:55 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,753

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai

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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 March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 24 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 $568). Flying from Raleigh to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh 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 March 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Cathay Pacific, andUnited Airlines from Raleigh to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,353 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,353 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,353 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,232 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,353 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
9,500 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,353 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7.1
Good
11,519 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,353 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to Shanghai in 21h 47m. Fly via Delta, Qatar Airways, or Korean Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7612 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 Raleigh to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Shanghai round-trip from $637. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $668, and Cathay Pacific, from $949. These flights start at 56% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $538. Users have also found prices from $538 and $550 on Delta and United 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $568). Flying from Raleigh to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$637Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$668Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$949Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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