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$1,130+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Shanghai, China

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RIC — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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.

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$1,130
(Expedia)
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Shanghai
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/42:30 pmRIC - PVG
2 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Tue 11/185:50 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops41h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,130
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.
Tue 11/46:38 amRIC - PVG
1 stop20h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:10 pmPVG - RIC
1 stop17h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,151
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:37 amRIC - PVG
2 stops40h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1012:35 amPVG - RIC
2 stops33h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,390
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:00 amRIC - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Mon 8/113:45 pmPVG - RIC
1 stop19h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,581
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:00 amRIC - PVG
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/1612:10 pmPVG - RIC
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,676
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:47 pmRIC - PVG
2 stops38h 33mQatar Airways
Mon 10/2012:35 amPVG - RIC
2 stops34h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,750
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:56 pmRIC - SHA
2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:35 pmSHA - RIC
2 stops36h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,824
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.
Wed 7/26:25 amRIC - PVG
2 stops30h 10mANA
Sun 8/178:10 amPVG - RIC
2 stops25h 20mANA
Deal found 6/10$1,871
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.
Mon 6/309:56 amRIC - PVG
2 stops33h 59mBritish Airways
Sun 8/1711:00 amPVG - RIC
2 stops45h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,902

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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.
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RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/4

2:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

5:50 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops41h 59m

$1,130

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/4

6:38 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:10 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$1,151

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/23

11:37 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 43m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

12:35 am-10:23 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$1,390

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/14

3:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,581

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/7

1:47 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/20

12:35 am-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$1,750

RichmondShanghai

RIC - SHA

RICSHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/23

4:56 pm-11:25 am

2 stops30h 29m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/11

1:35 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops36h 16m

$1,824

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/2

6:25 am-12:35 am

2 stops30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

8:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,871

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/30

9:56 am-7:55 am

2 stops33h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

11:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops45h 20m

$1,902

RichmondShanghai

RIC - PVG

RICPVG

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/28

3:07 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops38h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/15

8:10 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$2,221

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Related info for your journey

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

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Shanghai. 2 airlines have flights from Byrd Intl to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

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

    Air Canada, at $1,130, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Richmond 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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
DeltaCheapest$954Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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