Delta Air LinesBOS, DTW, SEAPVG
SkyTeam; one-stop options via Detroit or Seattle
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Shanghai
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Dates
Sat, Nov 7 – Mon, Nov 9
No. of travellers & Class
1 Traveller · Economy
Triwize compares 500+ airline fares for cheap Boston to Shanghai flights. Find round-trip, one-way, and last-minute deals from BOS to PVG.
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Round trip Flight deals
The card below shows the cheapest round-trip fares currently available. Updated every 24 hours.
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Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
9:45SEA
17h 00mNon-stop
05:45SIN
9:00SIN
14h 10mNon-stop
08:10SEA
$653Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
12:05LAX
16h 35mNon-stop
7:40SIN
20:45SIN
16h 05mNon-stop
21:50LAX
$857Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
7:00LAX
25h 35m1 stop
12:10SIN
20:45SIN
16h 5mNon-stop
21:50LAX
$855Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
08:37LAX
29h 38m2 stops
05:15SIN
07:00SIN
19h 32m1 stop
11:32LAX
$873Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
13:18ONT
25h 57m2 stops
06:15SIN
8:45SIN
18h 27m1 stop
12:12ONT
$878Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
06:00ONT
21h 35m1 stop
18:35SIN
08:45SIN
26h 18m1 stop
20:01ONT
$873Economy · per person
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Best Time to Book Bostonto Shanghai flights
Learn the best times to book flights, avoid peak travel periods, and find lower fares for your trip.
What is the Cheapest Month to Fly from BOS to PVG?Recent fare data points to September and February as lower-priced months for Boston to Shanghai flights. Prices vary by travel date and demand. Compare several departure dates to find a suitable deal.
When are Flights from BOS to PVG the Most Expensive?May, June and December have been the priciest months for Boston to Shanghai fares. Prices may also rise around Golden Week in early October and Lunar New Year. Check fares across several dates when possible.
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How to Find Cheap Flights From Boston to Shanghai
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1 Compare one-stop optionsNo nonstop flights are available, so compare airlines, layover cities and total journey times.
2 Book aheadFares have tended to be lowest about 9 weeks before departure, so compare early and keep checking as prices change.
3 Fly off-peakCompare Tuesday departures, which have tended to cost less than Friday, and avoid busy holiday dates.
4 Avoid holiday peaksCompare fares outside Golden Week, Lunar New Year and the May, June and December high-price months.
5 Track pricesSet a Triwize price alert to watch Boston to Shanghai flight deals. Get them delivered into your inbox.
6 Stay flexibleFor last minute flights from Boston to Shanghai, check midweek departures, both Shanghai airports and several layover cities.
Airports Near Boston
Compare nearby New England airports for connections to Shanghai; fares and journey times can vary.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Boston | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester-Boston Regional | MHT | ~50 miles | Smaller, often less congested alternative |
| T.F. Green International | PVD | ~60 miles | Southern New England option |
| Worcester Regional | ORH | ~40 miles | Small regional airport |
| Bradley International | BDL | ~100 miles | Connecticut gateway |
| Portland Intl. Jetport | PWM | ~105 miles | Northern New England option |
| Albany International | ALB | ~165 miles | Upstate NY option |
| New York JFK / Newark | JFK / EWR | ~190 miles | Broader Asia flight choices via New York area |
Airports Near Shanghai
Nearby Yangtze River Delta airports may suit some itineraries, but allow for ground transfers.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Shanghai | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. | SHA | ~8 miles | Closest to downtown; mostly domestic, regional |
| Jiaxing Nanhu | JNH | ~61 miles | Regional option; 1h 10m–1h 40m by rail |
| Suzhou Guangfu | SZV | ~63 miles | Regional airport in Jiangsu province |
| Wuxi Sunan Shuofang Intl. | WUX | ~64 miles | Southern Jiangsu option; rail link to Shanghai |
| Nantong Xingdong Intl. | NTG | ~65 miles | Regional airport in Jiangsu province |
| Hangzhou Xiaoshan Intl. | HGH | ~92 miles | Zhejiang's main hub; 2h+ by high-speed rail |
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Airlines Flying From Boston to Shanghai
No airline flies nonstop BOS–PVG; these airlines offer one-stop connections via major hubs.Delta Air Lines
Korean AirBOS, ICNPVG
SkyTeam; one-stop routing via Seoul Incheon
Japan AirlinesBOS, NRTPVG
Oneworld; one-stop routing via Tokyo Narita
Cathay PacificBOS, HKGPVG
Oneworld; one-stop routing via Hong Kong
Air CanadaBOS, YYZPVG
Star Alliance; one-stop routing via Toronto
LufthansaBOS, FRA, MUCPVG
Star Alliance; one-stop routing via Frankfurt or Munich
Turkish AirlinesBOS, ISTPVG
Star Alliance; one-stop routing via Istanbul
Hainan AirlinesBOS, PEKPVG
One-stop routing via Beijing; check seasonal schedules
Flights From Boston
Explore popular Boston routes with approximate distances, flight times and reasons travelers choose them.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston – Shanghai (PVG) | ~7,300 mi | 16h 30m–19h 30m | No nonstop; one-stop flights only |
| Boston – Hong Kong (HKG) | 7,957 mi | 15h 40m–16h 10m | Only nonstop link from New England to Hong Kong |
| Boston – London (LHR) | 3,260 mi | 6h 45m–7h 15m | Major transatlantic business & leisure route |
| Boston – Dublin (DUB) | 2,980 mi | 6h 15m–6h 45m | Popular gateway to Ireland and onward Europe |
| Boston – Paris (CDG) | 3,445 mi | 7h 00m–7h 30m | Leading route for European leisure and business |
| Boston – Los Angeles (LAX) | 2,611 mi | 6h 15m–6h 45m | Major coast-to-coast business and leisure route |
| Boston – San Francisco (SFO) | 2,704 mi | 6h 20m–6h 50m | Key tech-corridor route with West Coast links |
| Boston – Chicago (ORD) | 850 mi | 2h 30m–2h 50m | High-frequency domestic business route |
| Boston – Miami (MIA) | 1,255 mi | 3h 10m–3h 30m | Top winter-sun leisure route from New England |
| Boston – Reykjavik (KEF) | 2,385 mi | 5h 15m–5h 45m | Popular stopover gateway to Europe |
Flights to Shanghai
Explore popular Shanghai routes with approximate distances, flight times and traveler highlights.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston (BOS) – Shanghai (PVG) | ~7,300 mi | 16h 30m–19h 30m | No nonstop; one-stop flights only |
| New York (JFK) – Shanghai (PVG) | 7,374 mi | 15h 00m | China Eastern service from the New York area |
| Detroit (DTW) – Shanghai (PVG) | 7,118 mi | 15h 05m | Delta link; shortest average one-stop trip |
| Toronto (YYZ) – Shanghai (PVG) | 7,089 mi | 16h 00m | Air Canada and China Eastern link to Shanghai |
| Seattle (SEA) – Shanghai (PVG) | 5,706 mi | 13h 15m | Delta West Coast connection to Shanghai |
| Vancouver (YVR) – Shanghai (PVG) | 5,599 mi | 12h 25m | Air Canada and China Eastern link to Shanghai |
| Tokyo (NRT) – Shanghai (PVG) | 1,115 mi | 3h 20m | Connects Boston–Tokyo flights to Shanghai |
| Hong Kong (HKG) – Shanghai (PVG) | 779 mi | 2h 50m | Most popular layover for Boston–Shanghai trips |
| Beijing (PEK) – Shanghai (PVG) | 682 mi | 2h 20m | Connection point on some one-stop itineraries |
| Seoul (ICN) – Shanghai (PVG) | 510 mi | 2h 00m | Common one-stop connection via Seoul |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Boston to Shanghai?
There are no nonstop flights, so every trip includes at least one layover. In-air time on one-stop itineraries is roughly 16h 30m to 19h 30m, plus layover time. Actual flight times vary with conditions.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Shanghai?
Recent fare data points to September and February as lower-priced months. May, June and December have been the priciest. Compare live prices for your dates.
Is there a nonstop flight from Boston to Shanghai?
No airline currently operates nonstop flights between Boston Logan (BOS) and Shanghai Pudong (PVG). Travelers connect through hubs such as Hong Kong, Seoul, Detroit or San Francisco.
Which airlines fly from Boston to Shanghai?
Delta, Korean Air, Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Air Canada, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and Hainan Airlines offer one-stop itineraries. Every option requires at least one connection.
How early should I book Boston to Shanghai flights?
Compare fares about 9 weeks (roughly two months) before travel, when fares have tended to be lower than last minute prices. Availability and prices can change, especially near departure.
Are there last minute flights from Boston to Shanghai?
Yes. For late bookings, compare departure dates, airlines and layover cities. Booking about two months ahead has tended to cost less than booking within two weeks of departure.
What is the distance between Boston and Shanghai?
Boston and Shanghai are approximately 7,300 miles (11,750 km) apart by air.
Is a one-way or round-trip flight better value?
Compare both. Round-trip tickets are often priced well on long-haul routes, but one way flights from Boston to Shanghai can suit flexible or multi-city trips.
Which Shanghai airport should I fly into, PVG or SHA?
Pudong (PVG) is Shanghai's main international airport, about 30 km east of downtown. Hongqiao (SHA) is about 13 km from downtown and mainly handles domestic and regional flights, though some Boston itineraries land there.
Are there cheap flights from BOS to PVG?
Yes. Cheap flights from BOS to PVG are one-stop itineraries. Compare BOS to PVG flights and BOS to PVG flight deals across airlines, layover cities and dates, and set a price alert to catch fare drops.
How can I find Boston to Shanghai flight deals?
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