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Flight deals from Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 1.083 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.1.016 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.016 €, select.
Shanghai.1.034 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.034 €, select.
Shanghai.1.044 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.044 €, select.
Shanghai.1.051 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.051 €, select.
Shanghai.1.058 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.058 €, select.
Shanghai.1.062 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.062 €, select.
Shanghai.1.062 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.062 €, select.
Shanghai.1.067 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.067 €, select.
Shanghai.1.083 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with WestJet and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.083 €, select.
Shanghai.1.083 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Sun Country Airlines and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.083 €, select.
Shanghai.1.097 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.097 €, select.
Shanghai.1.097 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.097 €, select.
Shanghai.1.098 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.098 €, select.
Shanghai.1.102 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.102 €, select.
Shanghai.1.102 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.102 €, select.
Shanghai.1.117 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.117 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 1.083 €
Aug
from 1.083 €
Sep
from 1.051 €
Oct
from 1.097 €
Nov
from 1.067 €
Dec
from 1.097 €
Jan
from 1.242 €
Feb
from 1.248 €
Mar
from 1.102 €
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Alternative Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from 1.069 €
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from 1.016 €
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Minneapolis to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found1.016 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai is 1.016 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.016 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Shanghai is usually September.
If you're flying from Minneapolis St Paul 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 1.016 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Minneapolis St Paul Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located in Minneapolis. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 14 hours ahead of Minneapolis.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MSP to Shanghai flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from MSP to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.

  • MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai flight is 466 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.016 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MSP to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and land a sweet deal.

  • Finding a cheap flight from MSP to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

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

  • You can expect the trip to take about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your MSP to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel close to SHA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai. To escape the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.

  • When booking your Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSP to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to discover 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, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No trip is complete without visiting Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from Minneapolis to Shanghai

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