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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,593. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Philadelphia.$2,328 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,328, select.

Philadelphia.$2,399 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,399, select.

Philadelphia.$2,402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,402, select.

Philadelphia.$2,541 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with SWISS and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,541, select.

Philadelphia.$2,593 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,593, select.

Philadelphia.$3,185 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,185, select.

Philadelphia.$3,341 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,341, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia

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Shanghai to Philadelphia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,328
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Philadelphia?

There are 6 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.

How much are return flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia is $2,328. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai to Philadelphia. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,328.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Philadelphia?

If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from $2,328.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai and Philadelphia. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Shanghai to Philadelphia?

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When is the best time to book flights to Philadelphia?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Philadelphia?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Philadelphia with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Philadelphia is Cathay Pacific .

Flying from Shanghai to Philadelphia: what you need to know

Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.
Touch down at Philadelphia's chief entry point, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Philadelphia is 12 hours behind Shanghai and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your Shanghai to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia

To find cheap Shanghai to Philadelphia flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Shanghai to Philadelphia.
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Lock in a cheap Shanghai to Philadelphia flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Shanghai to Philadelphia flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
- O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
78.11% of flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

SHA is around 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 86% of flights out of here land precisely when expected.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Philadelphia flight.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Philadelphia in February.
Lock in a Shanghai to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Philadelphia around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Philadelphia

Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.

Explore more of United States

You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.