Cheap Flights from Boston to Shanghai from $509

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Boston to Shanghai (BOS-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, American Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $509 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. BOS to PVG on Thu, Sep 10), while Qatar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $958 departing on Mon, Sep 7 and returning on Mon, Sep 14.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Boston to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Boston to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Air China Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Boston to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Boston to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Boston to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Boston to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Sep 10, with one-way flights priced at just $509.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Boston (BOS) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Boston to Shanghai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Boston to Shanghai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Boston to Shanghai on August 27, 2026 with American Airlines, with prices starting at $509.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shanghai from Boston?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Boston Logan International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (BOS-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

• Is there any time difference between Boston and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Boston is 13h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Boston to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Boston to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Boston to Shanghai is $835. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• How do I book flights from Boston to Shanghai on Trip.com?

  Enter Boston and Shanghai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.