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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,782. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$1,940 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,940, select.
Shanghai.$1,952 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,952, select.
Shanghai.$1,965 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,965, select.
Shanghai.$2,292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,292, select.
Shanghai.$2,293 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,293, select.
Shanghai.$2,324 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,324, select.
Shanghai.$2,344 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,344, select.
Shanghai.$2,485 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,485, select.
Shanghai.$2,544 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,544, select.
Shanghai.$2,556 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,556, select.
Shanghai.$2,668 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,668, select.
Shanghai.$2,719 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,719, select.
Shanghai.$2,782 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,782, select.
Shanghai.$2,822 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,822, select.
Shanghai.$2,899 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,899, select.
Shanghai.$2,972 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,972, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from $2,972
Apr
from $2,782
May
from $1,965
Jun
from $2,822
Jul
from $2,324
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Sep
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Alternative Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from $3,128
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from $1,940
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Durham to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,940
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai is $1,940. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,950.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,940.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Shanghai on Sunday, 29 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 12 hours ahead of Durham.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RDU to Shanghai flight.

  • Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from RDU to Shanghai. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Shanghai

  • $1,220 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $1,940. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RDU to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from RDU to Shanghai.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your RDU to Shanghai flight:

  • Why follow someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Hertz.

  • Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Plan your trip to Shanghai during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from RDU to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are the start of reasons to visit.

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