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$415+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SHA
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,023
(oojo)

One-way from

$415
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,606
From Lambert-St Louis to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Thu 10/309:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/81:30 pmPVG - STL
1 stop16h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,058
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/247:01 amSTL - PVG
1 stop18h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/306:25 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,070
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 10/255:30 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Sat 11/15:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops35h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,073
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/307:58 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops30h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/76:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops27h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,074
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/255:09 pmSTL - PVG
1 stop34h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/16:25 pmPVG - STL
1 stop30h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,082
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 12/102:20 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Wed 12/176:00 pmPVG - STL
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/15$1,109
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 12/102:20 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Wed 1/146:00 pmPVG - STL
2 stops36h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/15$1,120
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/97:00 amSTL - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/136:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,182
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/96:55 amSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 10mJapan Airlines
Tue 1/132:00 pmPVG - STL
2 stops42h 14mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,185
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/106:55 amSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 10mJapan Airlines
Sun 1/116:40 pmPVG - STL
2 stops37h 34mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 12/107:00 amSTL - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:25 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,290
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/298:39 amSTL - SHA
2 stops37h 41mCathay Pacific
Sat 12/61:35 pmSHA - STL
2 stops24h 22mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/15$1,361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/30

9:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/8

1:30 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$1,058

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/30

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

6:25 pm-8:08 am

2 stops27h 43m

$1,074

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

2:20 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/17

6:00 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops36h 49m

$1,109

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

2:20 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/14

6:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,120

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/26

6:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

5:30 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$1,152

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/29

8:39 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/6

1:35 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops24h 22m

$1,361

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

6:55 am-3:20 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/17

1:35 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops24h 22m

$1,590

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/30

8:42 am-12:20 pm

2 stops38h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/8

1:35 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops43h 52m

$1,855

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/29

4:05 pm-9:55 am

3 stops27h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/6

7:45 am-3:29 pm

2 stops21h 44m

$1,944

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/13

5:30 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

10:30 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops38h 29m

$2,129

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai (average of $1,045). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,526). 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 STL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from St. Louis 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 October 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from St. Louis to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Lambert-St Louis (STL) if they book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai. On average, Lambert-St Louis has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 3 airlines. Lambert-St Louis is conveniently located just 12.7 mi from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from St. Louis to Shanghai can take about 19h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,074. There are 7178 mi between St. Louis and Shanghai. 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 St. Louis to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Shanghai round-trip from $1,057. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,101, and United Airlines, from $1,151. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai (average of $1,045). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,526). 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 St. Louis to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,057Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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