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Cheapest round-trip
$905
Typical prices: $1,245-$1,707
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/8Fri 11/23
PHL - PVG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$507
Typical prices: $540-$854
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1
PHL - PVG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Philadelphia and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,031 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 19h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai (PHL-PVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:45 pm - 2:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:10 pm - 2:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$905Qatar Airways
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Feb 25
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8:45 pm - 2:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:10 pm - 2:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$908Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:10 am - 2:05 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
43h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Vancouver Intl
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5:35 pm - 2:44 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
34h 09m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,309Air Canada
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Nov 17
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10:05 am - 2:05 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
40h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 2:44 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
34h 09m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,312Air Canada
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:00 am - 5:25 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 25m1 stop San Francisco
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1:10 pm - 10:49 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
22h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$1,372United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:00 am - 5:25 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 25m1 stop San Francisco
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1:10 pm - 10:49 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
22h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$1,372United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:10 am - 3:25 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:00 am - 7:30 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
22h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,492Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:49 pm - 4:05 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
33h 16m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles Los Angeles
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10:00 am - 4:35 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
19h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,496Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 3:20 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 pm - 12:25 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
19h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,838American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:32 pm - 3:20 pmPHL  Philadelphia-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 pm - 12:25 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-PHL Philadelphia
19h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,026American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport start at $905. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,245 to $1,707. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $905 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at $1,162 round-trip.
  • August ($1,845) and December ($1,809) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$507
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
Flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    On the Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,320 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,733: a $413 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 11% above the route average of $1,417. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 7,404 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    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 Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,035, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 56m, compared with 20h 32m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 21h 26m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 12 hours ahead of Philadelphia (China Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from $1,245 to $1,707, with an average of $1,417 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,245 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,320 - about $413 less than Tuesday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,162 round-trip in that month - typically $683 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport By IHG
    - Dazhong Airport Hotel
    - Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

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