Shanghai

$554+ 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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SHA
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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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 June 13, 2026.

This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/107:45 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/262:00 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops22h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,220
This Air Canada 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/65:20 pm
RDU
-
PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Air Canada
Tue 7/213:55 pm
PVG
-
RDU
1 stop36h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,243
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.
Wed 9/92:18 pm
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops33h 47m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/169:35 am
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops26h 16m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$1,249
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 7/15:20 pm
RDU
-
PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Air Canada
Mon 7/276:10 pm
PVG
-
RDU
1 stop33h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,251
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 9/99:10 am
RDU
-
PVG
2 stops40h 55m
Air Canada
Wed 9/163:55 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops41h 36m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,252
This Air Canada 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/103:05 pm
RDU
-
PVG
1 stop36h 20m
Air Canada
Thu 11/265:35 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops39h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,257
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/65:20 pm
RDU
-
PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Air Canada
Mon 11/25:35 pm
PVG
-
RDU
2 stops39h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/13$1,258
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1112:45 pm
RDU
-
SHA
2 stops34h 40m
ANA
Wed 11/251:40 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops37h 15m
ANA
Deal found 6/9$1,419
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/107:00 am
RDU
-
SHA
2 stops39h 45m
Japan Airlines
Thu 11/261:10 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops23h 16m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,491
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/112:45 pm
RDU
-
SHA
2 stops34h 40m
ANA
Tue 12/291:40 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops35h 53m
ANA
Deal found 6/10$1,518
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/229:41 am
RDU
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SHA
2 stops38h 24m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/111:20 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops46h 31m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$1,528
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:57 pm
RDU
-
SHA
2 stops34h 38m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/161:20 pm
SHA
-
RDU
2 stops42h 02m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/12$1,542

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 June 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,220
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$554
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,841
From Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/22

5:50 pm-6:25 am

2 stops48h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

7:55 am-11:41 pm

2 stops51h 46m

$1,305

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/11

12:45 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/25

1:40 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$1,419

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/26

1:10 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$1,491

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/20

9:40 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/26

1:20 pm-7:34 pm

2 stops42h 14m

$1,528

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/22

9:41 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/11

1:20 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops46h 31m

$1,528

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

1:20 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/5

1:50 pm-4:15 pm

3 stops39h 25m

$1,564

RaleighShanghai

RDU - SHA

RDUSHA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/5

9:41 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/20

10:30 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops37h 19m

$1,564
Quickest round-trip

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/6

5:33 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/21

9:55 am-5:47 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$1,792

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/24

7:05 pm-9:25 am

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/6

9:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$1,795

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/23

9:54 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/19

5:30 pm-10:11 am

2 stops28h 41m

$1,796

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $563). Flying from Raleigh to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 June 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Cathay Pacific, andAmerican 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 3 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 34h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, ANA, or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7617 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 Cathay Pacific, from $949, and American Airlines, from $1,215. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Shanghai (average of $563). Flying from Raleigh to Shanghai in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 3 airlines flying from Raleigh to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 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 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$637Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$949Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,215Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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