Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Flights from St. Louis to Shanghai usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Shanghai pass through?

One-stop flights from St. Louis to Shanghai most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 53% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 35% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 11% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 1% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from St. Louis to Shanghai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,352 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,798, a difference of $446. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Shanghai Disneyland, French Concession and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 7,181 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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.

How are flight prices from St. Louis to Shanghai looking right now?

One-way fares from St. Louis to Shanghai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $757.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 50m, compared with 19h 45m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 21h 39m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of St. Louis (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 St. Louis to Shanghai flight?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Shanghai range from $1,199 to $1,753, with an average of $1,456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,199 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Shanghai typically range from $1,199 to $1,753. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,064, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai at $1,079 round-trip. •July ($2,153) and December ($1,914) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai?

American Airlines ($1,064) and United Airlines ($1,064) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Shanghai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Shanghai?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the St. Louis to Shanghai route. 53% 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 St. Louis to Shanghai?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,493. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to Shanghai which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to Shanghai layovers at 11h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 25

7:01 am - 4:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 11:11 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

18h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,064American Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 25

7:01 am - 4:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 11:11 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

18h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,064American Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 25

5:00 am - 6:55 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

1:10 pm - 6:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 07m1 stop San Francisco

$1,064United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Feb 25

5:00 am - 6:45 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

1:10 pm - 6:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 07m1 stop San Francisco

$1,064United Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

6:04 am - 12:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

11:35 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

26h 24m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,081Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 24

1:17 pm - 1:15 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 6:19 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

29h 44m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3

6:40 am - 3:15 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:00 am - 1:30 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

17h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,142Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

2:31 pm - 3:15 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:00 am - 4:43 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

20h 43m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,147Delta

Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 14

10:25 am - 11:55 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:05 pm - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

41h 54m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,256Cathay Pacific

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

6:00 am - 10:00 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 00m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:05 pm - 8:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-STL Lambert-St Louis

39h 12m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,332Cathay Pacific

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Shanghai? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from St. Louis to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •November is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Shanghai at $1,079 round-trip.
•July ($2,153) and December ($1,914) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Shanghai:

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

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from St. Louis to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 7,181 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Shanghai flight?
Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Shanghai range from $1,199 to $1,753, with an average of $1,456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,199 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from St. Louis to Shanghai looking right now?
One-way fares from St. Louis to Shanghai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $757.
Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Shanghai?
Flights from St. Louis to Shanghai usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Shanghai pass through?
One-stop flights from St. Louis to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 35% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 1% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Shanghai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from St. Louis to Shanghai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,352 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,798, a difference of $446.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Shanghai?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 50m, compared with 19h 45m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 21h 39m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of St. Louis (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?
Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Shanghai Disneyland, French Concession and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,352, about $446 less than Monday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Shanghai trip for November. Fares historically average $1,079 round-trip in that month - typically $1,074 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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

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