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

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

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Shanghai to Boston most commonly connect through: • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 46% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 11% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Shanghai to Boston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,048 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,440, a difference of $392. 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 Boston?

Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Shanghai to Boston?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai to Boston takes 00m, covering 7,286 miles.

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

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 Shanghai to Boston 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 $850 to $8,296. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Shanghai to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $525, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 36m, compared with 20h 02m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 21h 04m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Boston?

Boston is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Eastern Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • Thrifty • Sixt

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

Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Boston range from $1,002 to $1,496, with an average of $1,299 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,002 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Boston typically range from $1,002 to $1,496. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $850, on Air Canada.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Boston. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Boston at $972 round-trip. •August ($2,065) and July ($1,662) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 112% 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 Shanghai to Boston?

Air Canada ($850) and Hainan Airlines ($855) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Boston according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) is the most popular layover for the Shanghai to Boston route. 46% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via HKG.

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

Flights via Beijing Capital (PEK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $979. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) had the shortest average connection time for Shanghai to Boston layovers at 11h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Shanghai to Boston

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25

5:35 pm - 9:48 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

29h 13m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5:45 am - 4:25 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$850Air Canada

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25

6:15 pm - 10:37 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

17h 22m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:45 am - 4:25 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$850Air Canada

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

7:20 am - 9:00 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

26h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital

10:55 pm - 6:20 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital

$855Hainan Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Feb 2

5:35 pm - 9:48 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

53h 13m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

6:35 pm - 4:00 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$871Air Canada

Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 13

8:55 pm - 9:00 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

37h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

10:55 pm - 7:40 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

$876Hainan Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Sun, Jan 31

11:55 am - 9:00 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

22h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

10:55 pm - 7:40 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

$877Hainan Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30

7:20 pm - 2:56 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

32h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

9:28 pm - 3:15 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 47m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,058Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 31

10:00 am - 8:59 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

35h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7:30 am - 7:55 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,059Delta

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22

1:35 pm - 10:00 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

12:30 am - 3:20 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,165Cathay Pacific

Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 29

12:50 pm - 10:00 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

22h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

12:30 am - 12:30 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,184Cathay Pacific

Recent last minute flight deals from Shanghai to Boston

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

6:30 pm - 5:25 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

35h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

7:00 am - 12:20 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

$1,789Japan Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

10:00 am - 11:44 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

26h 44m2 stops Tokyo Haneda New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:00 am - 12:20 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

40h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

$1,803Japan Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

5:35 pm - 2:53 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

34h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

3:30 pm - 1:00 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 30m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat Beijing Capital

$2,037Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

7:30 pm - 9:00 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

38h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

5:15 pm - 4:30 amBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 15m1 stop Dublin

$2,088Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

1:05 pm - 11:44 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

23h 39m2 stops Tokyo Haneda New York John F Kennedy Intl

5:23 am - 11:45 amBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 22m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Tokyo Haneda

$2,111Japan Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

5:35 pm - 11:44 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOS Boston Logan Intl

31h 09m3 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:30 pm - 1:00 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 30m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat Beijing Capital

$2,113Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 17

1:05 pm - 11:44 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

23h 39m2 stops Tokyo Haneda New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:00 pm - 11:45 amBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$2,795Japan Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Dec 16

1:35 pm - 10:00 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

12:30 am - 3:20 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$3,937Cathay Pacific

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Price, demand and travel trends for Shanghai to Boston flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Boston? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Shanghai to Boston departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Boston?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Boston. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Boston? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Shanghai to Boston, 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 Shanghai to Boston at $972 round-trip.
•August ($2,065) and July ($1,662) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 112% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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

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

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from Shanghai to Boston?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai to Boston takes 00m, covering 7,286 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Boston?
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 Shanghai to Boston flight?
Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Boston range from $1,002 to $1,496, with an average of $1,299 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,002 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Shanghai to Boston 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 $850 to $8,296. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Shanghai to Boston looking right now?
One-way fares from Shanghai to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $525, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?
Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Boston?
Flights from Shanghai to Boston may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Boston pass through?
One-stop flights from Shanghai to Boston most commonly connect through:

• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Boston?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Shanghai to Boston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,048 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,440, a difference of $392.

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 Shanghai to Boston?
Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 36m, compared with 20h 02m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 21h 04m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Boston?
Boston is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Eastern Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Boston?
Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,048, about $392 less than Thursday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai to Boston trip for April. Fares historically average $972 round-trip in that month - typically $1,093 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 Boston Logan Intl Airport.

• Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
• Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
• Hilton Boston Logan Airport

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