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

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

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai to Tampa: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Shanghai to Tampa most commonly connect through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 71% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% 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 Shanghai to Tampa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Shanghai to Tampa route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,162 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,331, a difference of $169. 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 Tampa?

Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Shanghai to Tampa?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 8,046 miles.

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

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 Shanghai to Tampa looking right now?

One-way fares from Shanghai to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 40m, compared with 21h 50m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 22h 26m via Los Angeles (LAX).

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Tampa?

Tampa 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 Tampa Airport (TPA)?

Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include: · Dollar · Priceless · Hertz · Thrifty · Alamo

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

United Airlines ($1,075) and Japan Airlines ($1,641) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Tampa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular layover for the Shanghai to Tampa route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DTW.

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

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,050. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Shanghai to Tampa layovers at 635 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

8:10 pm - 5:23 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

33h 13m1 stop Los Angeles

9:00 am - 6:55 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,075United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

12:10 pm - 7:24 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

19h 14m1 stop San Francisco

5:12 pm - 6:55 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$1,125United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

8:10 pm - 3:19 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

31h 09m3 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:47 pm - 5:25 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$1,152United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

12:10 pm - 12:16 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

36h 06m2 stops San Francisco Newark

9:00 am - 5:25 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

44h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$1,177United Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2

1:10 pm - 6:52 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

30h 42m1 stop San Francisco

6:00 am - 6:45 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 45m1 stop San Francisco

$1,228United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

12:10 pm - 5:46 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

29h 36m1 stop San Francisco

7:00 am - 5:25 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$1,513United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

12:10 pm - 5:46 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

29h 36m1 stop San Francisco

7:00 am - 5:25 pmTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$1,514United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

12:45 pm - 4:21 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-TPA Tampa

39h 36m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Dallas/Fort Worth

6:50 am - 11:45 amTPA Tampa-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

$1,641Japan Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

11:50 am - 11:05 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-TPA Tampa

35h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Toronto Pearson Intl

1:30 pm - 9:55 amTPA Tampa-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 25m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Beijing Capital

$1,830Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2

9:40 am - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-TPA Tampa

75h 19m3 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 7:40 amTPA Tampa-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

48h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich

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

Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Tampa start at $1,075. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,177 to $1,331. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,075 on United Airlines.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Tampa pass through?
One-stop flights from Shanghai to Tampa most commonly connect through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 71% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% 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 Shanghai to Tampa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Shanghai to Tampa route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,162 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,331, a difference of $169. 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 Tampa?
Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Shanghai to Tampa?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 8,046 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Tampa?
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 Shanghai to Tampa looking right now?
One-way fares from Shanghai to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Shanghai to Tampa?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 40m, compared with 21h 50m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 22h 26m via Los Angeles (LAX).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Tampa?
Tampa 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 Tampa Airport (TPA)?
Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Dollar
· Priceless
· Hertz
· Thrifty
· Alamo

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,162 - about $169 less than Wednesday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
- La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
- Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
- Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore

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