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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Shanghai
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Dates
Sat, Nov 7 – Mon, Nov 9
No. of travellers & Class
1 Traveller · Economy
Triwize compares 500+ airlines for cheap Dallas to Shanghai flights. Find round-trip, one-way and last-minute fares from DFW to Shanghai PVG.
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Round trip Flight deals
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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 Dallasto 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 DFW to PVG?January, February outside Chinese New Year, and September can offer lower fares on Dallas to Shanghai flights. Demand often eases after winter holidays and the summer peak. Compare dates around Lunar New Year, since prices vary with the holiday calendar.
When are Flights from DFW to PVG the Most Expensive?June through August are often expensive due to school holidays and summer travel. Lunar New Year and China’s early-October Golden Week can also raise demand and fares. Compare different departure dates rather than relying on one month alone.
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How to Find Cheap Flights From Dallas to Shanghai
Flexible travelers can sometimes find cheaper NYC to MIA flights by starting from a nearby regional airport
1 Check both Dallas airportsCompare DFW and Dallas Love Field (DAL) for connecting fares; DFW handles long-haul international departures.
2 Book in the right windowCompare fares around 2–4 months before departure, but monitor prices on other dates as well.
3 Fly on off-peak daysCompare Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures with weekend fares.
4 Consider one-stop connectionsCompare nonstop DFW–PVG flights with routes via US or Asian hubs; allow for added layover time.
5 Track pricesSet a price alert to watch Dallas to Shanghai flight deals as fares change.
6 Stay flexible for last-minute tripsCheck alternate dates and hubs when searching for same-week flights.
Airports Near Dallas
Nearby departure airports may offer useful connecting options for trips from Dallas to Shanghai.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Dallas | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Love Field | DAL | ~8 miles | Closest Dallas airport; mostly domestic. |
| Fort Worth Alliance | AFW | ~25 miles | Primarily cargo and general aviation |
| Waco Regional | ACT | ~90 miles | Small regional airport with limited connecting. |
| Tyler Pounds Regional | TYR | ~100 miles | East Texas regional option; connecting service. |
| Austin-Bergstrom Intl. | AUS | ~195 miles | Growing international gateway; alternative. |
| Shreveport Regional | SHV | ~190 miles | Louisiana option; connecting service via. |
| Oklahoma City Will Rogers | OKC | ~195 miles | North of DFW; useful for American Airlines. |
| Texarkana Regional | TXK | ~180 miles | Small regional airport; limited connecting. |
Airports Near Shanghai
Compare Shanghai-area airports for onward travel within the Yangtze River Delta.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Shanghai | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. | SHA | ~19 miles | Shanghai's second airport; mostly domestic with. |
| Wuxi Sunan Shuofang | WUX | ~75 miles | Jiangsu province option; limited international. |
| Nantong Xingdong | NTG | ~75 miles | Smaller regional airport across the Yangtze |
| Hangzhou Xiaoshan Intl. | HGH | ~100 miles | Major alternate hub with its own growing. |
| Changzhou Benniu | CZX | ~100 miles | Jiangsu regional airport; mostly domestic. |
| Ningbo Lishe Intl. | NGB | ~140 miles | Zhejiang coastal city; limited international. |
| Yangzhou Taizhou Intl. | YTY | ~110 miles | Smaller Jiangsu airport; budget carrier routes |
| Nanjing Lukou Intl. | NKG | ~165 miles | Provincial capital hub; useful if combining. |
A traveller’s guide
Airlines Flying From Dallas to Shanghai
American Airlines
United AirlinesDFW, SFO, ORDPVG
Star Alliance; flexible one-stop options through major US hubs
Delta Air LinesDFW, SEA, DTWPVG
SkyTeam; reliable one-stop routing through Seattle or Detroit
China Eastern AirlinesDFW, LAXPVG
SkyTeam; strong onward connectivity across mainland China
China Southern AirlinesDFW, LAX, CANPVG
Competitive one-stop fares through Los Angeles or Guangzhou
Hainan AirlinesDFW, SEA, BOSPVG
Comfortable connecting options with competitive long-haul fares
Flights From Dallas
Popular routes from Dallas with approximate flight distances, durations and travel highlights.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas – Los Angeles (LAX) | 1,235 mi | 3h 05m–3h 25m | High-frequency transcontinental business and. |
| Dallas – Chicago (ORD) | 800 mi | 2h 20m–2h 45m | Major American Airlines hub-to-hub connector |
| Dallas – London (LHR) | 4,760 mi | 9h 30m–10h 15m | Leading transatlantic business route from DFW |
| Dallas – New York (JFK) | 1,380 mi | 3h 20m–3h 45m | Key business corridor with multiple daily. |
| Dallas – Tokyo (NRT) | 6,320 mi | 13h 00m–13h 45m | Primary gateway to Japan and onward Asia. |
| Dallas – Miami (MIA) | 1,120 mi | 2h 45m–3h 10m | Key American Airlines hub-to-hub route |
| Dallas – Cancun (CUN) | 935 mi | 2h 10m–2h 30m | Top leisure and beach-getaway route |
| Dallas – Sao Paulo (GRU) | 5,730 mi | 10h 30m–11h 15m | Leading South American long-haul business route |
| Dallas – Hong Kong (HKG) | 8,100 mi | 16h 30m–17h 15m | One of the longest nonstop AA routes; major Asia |
| Dallas – Atlanta (ATL) | 730 mi | 2h 00m–2h 20m | High-frequency connector between two major US. |
Flights to Shanghai
Popular flights into Shanghai with approximate distances, durations and route highlights.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas (DFW) – Shanghai | 7,340 mi | 15h 40m–17h 30m | Only nonstop US-to-Shanghai route from North. |
| Los Angeles – Shanghai | 6,470 mi | 13h 30m–14h 15m | Major West Coast gateway with multiple daily. |
| San Francisco – Shanghai | 6,460 mi | 13h 15m–14h 00m | Key Bay Area tech-corridor route with strong. |
| New York (JFK) – Shanghai | 7,370 mi | 15h 00m–16h 00m | Leading East Coast gateway to China |
| Tokyo – Shanghai | 1,090 mi | 2h 50m–3h 10m | High-frequency regional connector across major. |
| Hong Kong – Shanghai | 765 mi | 2h 10m–2h 30m | Busy intra-China/regional business route |
| Seoul – Shanghai | 555 mi | 1h 50m–2h 10m | Short-haul route linking two major East Asian. |
| Singapore – Shanghai | 2,370 mi | 5h 10m–5h 40m | Key Southeast Asia to China business corridor |
| Paris – Shanghai | 5,765 mi | 11h 30m–12h 15m | Major European long-haul gateway to China |
| Frankfurt – Shanghai | 5,350 mi | 10h 45m–11h 30m | Leading European business hub connection to. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Dallas to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Dallas to Shanghai takes approximately 15 hours 40 minutes outbound (DFW to PVG), covering about 7,340 miles. The return flight (PVG to DFW) typically runs longer, around 16.5–17.5 hours, due to prevailing headwinds.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Shanghai?
January, February (outside the Chinese New Year window), and September are generally the cheapest months to fly from Dallas to Shanghai, based on 12-month fare averages from major flight search engines. June through August are typically the most expensive.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Dallas to Shanghai?
American Airlines operates the only nonstop flights between Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) and Shanghai Pudong International (PVG). United, Delta, China Eastern, China Southern, and Hainan Airlines also serve the route with convenient one-stop connections through their respective hub airports.
Which Dallas airport should I fly from to Shanghai?
Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is the primary gateway for Dallas to Shanghai flights, offering the only nonstop service as well as most one-stop connections. Dallas Love Field (DAL) does not currently offer direct international widebody service, so Love Field itineraries to Shanghai require at least one connection.
When should I book flights from Dallas to Shanghai?
For this long-haul international route, booking 2 to 4 months ahead typically offers the best balance of price and flight choice. Booking too far out or waiting until the final weeks before departure usually costs more.
Are there budget or last-minute flights from DFW to PVG?
Connecting itineraries via United, Delta, or Chinese carriers' hub cities can offer lower base fares than the nonstop American Airlines flight, and last-minute DFW to PVG flight deals can appear closer to departure, particularly for midweek travel outside Chinese holiday periods.
What is the distance between Dallas and Shanghai?
Dallas and Shanghai are approximately 7,340 miles (11,811 km) apart by air, making it one of the longest nonstop commercial routes operated out of DFW.
Are round-trip flights cheaper than one-way tickets?
On this long-haul international route, round-trip fares are usually more cost-effective than booking two separate one way flights from Dallas to Shanghai, though comparing both — especially for open-jaw or multi-city itineraries — can still save money in some cases.
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