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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Dallas? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Dallas

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Dallas flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Dallas

Alternative Shanghai to Dallas routes

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

Shanghai to Dallas: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,723
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time13 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week64

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Dallas: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Dallas: Dallas Love Field, Dallas Fort Worth International and Fort Worth.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Dallas is $1,723. 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.
13 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Dallas.
China Southern and American Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Dallas.
As of April 2025, there are 256 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Dallas.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Dallas is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Dallas is Dallas Love Field – which is 7.2 km away from the centre of Dallas. We've found flights into this airport from $1,723.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Dallas on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 19 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 Dallas 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 Dallas is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dallas, when it usually averages around 36°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dallas is Delta. And the cheapest airline that flies to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is American Airlines.

Travelling from Shanghai to Dallas: what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Dallas. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the two main airports in Shanghai.

  • Disembark at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the primary hub in Dallas.

  • A direct flight from Shanghai to Dallas takes an average of 13 hours 33 minutes. The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which makes it 13 hours behind Shanghai.

  • With 10 flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Shanghai to Dallas with American Airlines at 17:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from PVG to DFW is with American Airlines at 18:10.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Shanghai to Dallas. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Dallas, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Take off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) on a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Dallas. From PVG, you can fly directly into Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

  • When jetting out of PVG, you can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Dallas with American Airlines.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Shanghai to Dallas. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • PVG is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 49 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Dallas, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Arriving in Dallas

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 26 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours and 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai to Dallas. Book one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:

Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dallas

  • Currently, $884 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Dallas. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,723. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dallas by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Shanghai to Dallas. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dallas every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai to Dallas. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Best time to go to Dallas

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Dallas. July is the most popular month to visit Dallas. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to Dallas in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Dallas sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

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