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$494+ 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SHA
Sep 8 — Sep 151
Mon 9/8
Mon 9/15
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 September 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,058
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,740
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 September 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/75:18 amSTL - PVG
1 stop20h 32mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/265:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,020
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/15:52 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops31h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/135:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,024
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/75:18 amSTL - PVG
2 stops25h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/265:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,057
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/107:16 amSTL - PVG
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/105:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,058
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/105:15 amSTL - PVG
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1012:10 pmPVG - STL
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,062
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 11/111:20 pmSTL - SHA
2 stops33h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/181:35 pmSHA - STL
2 stops41h 12mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/1$1,083
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/256:20 amSTL - PVG
2 stops28h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/157:05 pmPVG - STL
2 stops38h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/256:15 amSTL - PVG
2 stops46h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/158:10 pmPVG - STL
3 stops35h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/2$1,089
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/257:23 amSTL - SHA
2 stops39h 42mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/151:20 pmSHA - STL
2 stops44h 06mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/2$1,098
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops26h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/258:40 amPVG - STL
2 stops22h 01mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/31$1,106
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops26h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/248:40 amPVG - STL
2 stops22h 01mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/31$1,126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/47:00 amSTL - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/256:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/31$1,152

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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 September 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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St. Louis

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

7:16 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

5:00 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$1,058

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/11

1:20 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/18

1:35 pm-4:47 pm

2 stops41h 12m

$1,083

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops41h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

12:55 pm-4:47 pm

2 stops41h 52m

$1,083

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

6:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

7:05 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops38h 21m

$1,083

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

6:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops46h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

8:10 pm-6:57 pm

3 stops35h 47m

$1,089

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

7:23 am-12:05 pm

2 stops39h 42m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

1:20 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops44h 06m

$1,098

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/25

8:40 am-4:41 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,106

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/3

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/25

8:40 am-10:56 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$1,126

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

5:58 pm-11:40 am

2 stops27h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/24

7:10 am-4:41 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$1,126

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/3

7:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/24

8:40 am-4:41 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,126

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 $1,115). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,632). 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 PVG?

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 September 3, 2025.

When flying from St. Louis to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 September 3, 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
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 18h 34m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,058. 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 $1,115). Flying from St. Louis to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,632). 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 September 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,057Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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