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      Flight deals from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,531. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Shanghai.R 7,638 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,638, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,643 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,643, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,119 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,119, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,151 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,151, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,196 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,196, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,317 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,317, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,340 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,340, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,723 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,723, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,763 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 15 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,763, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,797 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,797, select.
      Shanghai.R 9,489 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,489, select.
      Shanghai.R 10,253 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,253, select.
      Shanghai.R 11,737 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,737, select.
      Shanghai.R 13,285 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,285, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Sep
      from R 8,150
      Oct
      from R 8,195
      Nov
      from R 7,637
      Dec
      from R 8,118
      Jan
      from R 7,642
      Feb
      from R 8,722
      Mar
      from R 8,316
      Apr
      from R 8,339
      May
      from R 8,795
      Jun
      from R 10,251
      Jul
      from R 8,762
      Aug
      from R 9,488

      Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai

      American Airlines
      China Southern

      Alternative Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Shanghai Hongqiao

      14km from central Shanghai
      Closest
      from R 8,087
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      Shanghai Pudong

      33km from central Shanghai
      Cheapest
      from R 7,638
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      Dallas to Shanghai: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 7,637
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time15 hrs, 42 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week16

      Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai is R 13,531. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      15 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai.
      China Southern and American Airlines fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai.
      As of September 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai.
      The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Shanghai is usually October.
      If you're flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,531.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 42 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is June.
      Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

      Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Shanghai: what you need to know

      • Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai.

      • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 14 hours ahead of Dallas.

      • The most popular route is from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. American Airlines offers a 10:00 departure between DFW and PVG.

      • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your DFW to Shanghai flight.

      • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

      • Direct Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.

      • American Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai.

      • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from DFW to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

        • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

        • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

        • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

      • Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DFW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

      • Of the departures from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      • You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Shanghai

      • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai flight is R 7,637. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,531. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • Book four months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DFW to Shanghai.

      • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

      • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from DFW to Shanghai.

      • Save on your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      Airports in Shanghai

      Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

      • The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.

      • Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

      • If you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:

      • Increase your likelihood of securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from DFW to Shanghai is a smart move.

      • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

      Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

      • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Following your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

      • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.

      • After stepping off your DFW to Shanghai flight, settle in at a hotel near SHA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

      • Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.

      • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

      Best time to go to Shanghai

      • February is the most popular month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.

      • When booking your Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DFW to Shanghai around that time if you like cooler conditions.

      More about Shanghai

      Explore more of China

      • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

      • Puyang is another standout destination in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Dallas to Shanghai

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.