Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Shanghai?

Flights from Austin to Shanghai usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Shanghai?

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Shanghai: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class Prices vary by airline.

Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Shanghai pass through?

One-stop flights from Austin to Shanghai most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 45% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 21% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 8% of one-stop connections Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Shanghai?

On the Austin to Shanghai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,273 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,619: a $346 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Austin to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Austin to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 7,471 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Shanghai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Austin to Shanghai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,026 to $8,739. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Austin to Shanghai looking right now?

One-way fares from Austin to Shanghai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,249, which is 225% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Shanghai?

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 14m, compared with 19h 02m via San Francisco (SFO) and 19h 19m via Los Angeles (LAX).

What is the time difference between Austin and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Austin (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Shanghai flight?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Shanghai range from $1,191 to $1,725, with an average of $1,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,191 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Austin to Shanghai?

Delta ($1,026) and China Eastern ($1,052) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Austin to Shanghai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Austin to Shanghai?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Austin to Shanghai route. 45% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Austin to Shanghai?

Flights via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,069. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Austin to Shanghai which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Austin to Shanghai layovers at 650 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 21

6:09 am - 7:50 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:55 am - 6:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

21h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,026Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 21

10:23 am - 7:50 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 pm - 11:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

19h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,026Delta

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 21

7:15 am - 5:15 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

1:10 pm - 8:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

20h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,052China Eastern

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

8:30 am - 9:55 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:10 pm - 2:31 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

39h 21m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,106Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 21

7:50 pm - 3:20 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 9:33 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

17h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,130American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 21

7:50 pm - 3:20 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 9:33 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

17h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,229American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 23

9:00 am - 2:05 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 05m1 stop Vancouver Intl

3:55 pm - 7:55 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

41h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,262Air Canada

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30

12:05 pm - 4:00 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 11:11 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

31h 36m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,280Air Canada

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2

5:15 am - 6:55 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

1:10 pm - 6:03 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

18h 53m1 stop San Francisco

$1,330United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

5:10 am - 5:25 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

1:10 pm - 5:41 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

17h 31m1 stop San Francisco

$1,330United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Austin to Shanghai

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

6:00 am - 3:20 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 10:36 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

18h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,076American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

7:15 am - 5:15 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

1:10 pm - 8:48 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

20h 38m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,287China Eastern

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

6:48 pm - 1:15 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

8:35 am - 11:54 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

28h 19m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,288Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

8:00 am - 3:20 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:05 am - 10:36 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

26h 31m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,327Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

8:40 pm - 12:05 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

4:50 pm - 9:36 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom

41h 46m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,337Cathay Pacific

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

6:48 pm - 12:05 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

1:20 pm - 11:54 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-AUS Austin Bergstrom

23h 34m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,338Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

8:40 pm - 11:05 amAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

9:35 am - 10:36 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

26h 01m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,338Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

7:15 am - 4:05 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

9:55 am - 6:37 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

21h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,495Delta

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

6:00 am - 7:50 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 pm - 11:55 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

19h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,499Delta

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12

8:00 am - 3:20 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 10:36 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-AUS Austin Bergstrom

18h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,782American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Shanghai flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Shanghai?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Shanghai start at $1,026. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,191 to $1,725. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,026 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Shanghai?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Shanghai, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Shanghai?

February is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Shanghai at $1,055 round-trip.
June ($1,803) and August ($1,757) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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High season	June
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Shanghai?
Flights from Austin to Shanghai usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Shanghai?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Shanghai:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.
Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Shanghai pass through?
One-stop flights from Austin to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 8% of one-stop connections

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Shanghai?
On the Austin to Shanghai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,273 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,619: a $346 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?
Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Austin to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Austin to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 7,471 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Shanghai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Austin to Shanghai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,026 to $8,739. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Austin to Shanghai looking right now?
One-way fares from Austin to Shanghai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,249, which is 225% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Shanghai?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 14m, compared with 19h 02m via San Francisco (SFO) and 19h 19m via Los Angeles (LAX).
What is the time difference between Austin and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Austin (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Shanghai flight?
Round-trip flights from Austin to Shanghai range from $1,191 to $1,725, with an average of $1,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,191 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,273 - about $346 less than Tuesday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Shanghai trip for February. Fares historically average $1,055 round-trip in that month - typically $748 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

· Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport By IHG
· Dazhong Airport Hotel
· Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

· Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
· Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao Cbd
· Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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