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October 16 - October 29

Cheapest

Best

PIT - Shanghai

$1,152

$1,068

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September 6 - September 15

PIT - Shanghai

$1,098

$1,129

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September 8 - September 23

PIT - Shanghai

$1,095

$1,220

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September 8 - September 30

PIT - Shanghai

$1,095

$1,220

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September 9 - September 30

PIT - Shanghai

$1,095

$1,220

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July 13 - July 20

Earliest

PIT - Shanghai

$1,110

$1,259

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October 21 - October 31

PIT - Shanghai

$1,151

$1,270

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October 1 - October 8

PIT - Shanghai

$1,126

$1,300

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November 3 - November 11

PIT - Shanghai

$1,085

$1,300

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July 16 - July 30

PIT - Shanghai

$1,086

$1,313

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Insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

When is the cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai? The data shows that January is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $1063. Following closely, August offers a median fare of $1167, and March presents a median of $1305. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this long-haul route.

For cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai, fares typically range from $1356–$1587, with a median of $1425. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. It's worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not currently abundant. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

A typical journey from Pittsburgh to Shanghai takes approximately 41h 16m including connections. This extended duration reflects the nature of this long-haul route, which almost always involves multiple stops. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

The distance between Pittsburgh and Shanghai is approximately 11733 km. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves significant travel time and often multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Regular price: $985 - $1,974

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai.

The regular price range for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai is typically between $985 and $1974. The current lowest deal is $1068 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 16 to Oct 29.

now $1,068

Low $985

High $1,974

The cheapest time to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai is January, with a median price of $1063. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $3767. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $1,063

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,767

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Direct flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

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2GO

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Last-minute flights going from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (PVG)

WestJet

$1,315

$1,999

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (SHA)

$1,672

$3,380

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (PVG)

WestJet, 2GO

$1,250

$1,574

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (PVG)

WestJet, 2GO

$1,234

$1,666

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (PVG)

WestJet, 2GO

$1,233

$1,666

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

PIT - Shanghai

Pittsburgh (PIT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air Canada, China Eastern Airlines

$1,309

$3,383

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

13 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 29

$1,152 → $1,068

9 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 15

$1,098 → $1,129

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$1,343 → $1,453

10 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 31

$1,151 → $1,270

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Popular Airports to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai

Pittsburgh - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Pittsburgh to Shanghai are near the typical level, with a median of $1425.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $1063

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Shanghai, with a median price of $1063.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 41h 16m

Flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 41h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are frequent

This long-haul route frequently has deals, with over 1 deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a recent deal for $1068

A recent deal on Alaska Airlines, Inc. from Pittsburgh to Shanghai was found for $1068.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in January for better prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median prices for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai.

Pittsburgh main airports to depart from

Pittsburgh International (PIT)

Cheapest

Pittsburgh International is a great choice for flights to Shanghai, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~20 km from Pittsburgh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1068

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a good arrival option for flights from Pittsburgh to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1068

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient arrival airport for your trip from Pittsburgh to Shanghai.

📍 ~10 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1342

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International as an alternative for its extensive network and high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1308

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is a closer alternative, useful for avoiding congestion at major Shanghai hubs.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1390

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Cheapest

Nanjing Lukou International offers a reliable option with frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~270 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1287

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International is an alternative with a solid domestic network and good accessibility to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1308

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically close to northern Shanghai, useful for avoiding airspace delays.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1451

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Shanghai, China

67% AI deal score

$11,590

From PIT

Elite

Dec 08

Shanghai, China

67% AI deal score

$12,934

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you track fare changes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can also appear, so monitoring fare trends is usually beneficial. There isn't a single best time that guarantees the lowest fare.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience.

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