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

Flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

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

One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 31% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 13% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,208 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,695, a difference of $487. 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 6,740 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai looking right now?

One-way fares from Minneapolis to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $560, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 11m, compared with 19h 51m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 20h 24m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 14 hours ahead of Minneapolis (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 Minneapolis to Shanghai flight?

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai range from $1,197 to $1,680, with an average of $1,389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,197 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai typically range from $1,197 to $1,680. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,084, on ANA.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai at $1,114 round-trip. •June ($1,993) and December ($1,791) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai?

ANA ($1,084) and Delta ($1,154) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Shanghai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Minneapolis to Shanghai?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Minneapolis to Shanghai route. 38% 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,362. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Minneapolis to Shanghai layovers at 11h 24m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

11:30 am - 1:15 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 2:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 42m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,084ANA

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

8:00 am - 9:25 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

47h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 12:21 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

22h 46m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Apr 6

8:00 am - 1:15 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:50 am - 12:04 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

23h 14m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Mar 17

7:35 am - 9:25 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

47h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

8:35 am - 2:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

42h 42m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Mar 16

6:00 am - 9:25 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

49h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 2:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 42m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Mar 16

11:29 am - 1:15 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 2:17 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 42m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Mar 10

1:11 pm - 1:15 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

2:35 am - 7:52 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

31h 17m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086ANA

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

7:00 am - 12:20 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

39h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

1:10 pm - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 49m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,105Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

6:00 am - 3:15 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:00 am - 5:24 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

21h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,154Delta

Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 26

7:50 pm - 3:15 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:00 am - 8:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,154Delta

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Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18

7:01 am - 10:05 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 11:55 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

36h 25m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$994Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

6:00 am - 3:15 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:25 pm - 7:11 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

15h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,154Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

7:50 am - 7:55 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:20 pm - 5:32 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

24h 12m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,159Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 3

7:01 am - 12:20 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

39h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

1:30 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

36h 29m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,185Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 4

5:44 am - 4:50 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 10:53 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

18h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,254American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 4

5:44 am - 4:50 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 pm - 10:03 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

29h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,259American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

3:20 pm - 10:40 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

4:10 pm - 9:54 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

31h 44m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,445Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

9:19 am - 10:40 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 21m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

4:10 pm - 9:54 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

31h 44m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,452Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

10:57 am - 11:45 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:05 pm - 1:30 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

38h 25m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,487Japan Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 4

3:25 pm - 1:00 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

5:00 pm - 1:15 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

34h 15m3 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles Denver Intl

$1,587Multiple Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Shanghai flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai departing in march.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •April is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Shanghai at $1,114 round-trip.
•June ($1,993) and December ($1,791) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 6,740 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai flight?
Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai range from $1,197 to $1,680, with an average of $1,389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,197 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Shanghai looking right now?
One-way fares from Minneapolis to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $560, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Shanghai?
Flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) 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 Minneapolis to Shanghai pass through?
One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 31% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Minneapolis to Shanghai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,208 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,695, a difference of $487.

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 Minneapolis to Shanghai?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 11m, compared with 19h 51m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 20h 24m via Incheon Intl (ICN).
What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 14 hours ahead of Minneapolis (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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,208, about $487 less than Thursday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Shanghai trip for April. Fares historically average $1,114 round-trip in that month - typically $879 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

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

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