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

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Seattle

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

Direct flights from Shanghai to Seattle

Alternative Shanghai to Seattle routes

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

Shanghai to Seattle: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs120,677
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineChina Cargo
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Seattle: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Seattle: Seattle Lake Union SPB, Seattle Boeing Fld, Seattle / Tacoma International, and Paine Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Seattle is Rs200,137. 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.
10 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Seattle.
China Cargo, Delta and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Seattle.
As of April 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Seattle.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Seattle is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Seattle is Seattle / Tacoma International – which is 19.5 km away from the centre of Seattle. We've found flights into this airport from Rs200,137.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Seattle on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 57 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 Seattle 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 Seattle is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seattle, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Seattle is Korean Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Seattle Boeing Fld Airport is Delta.

Travelling from Shanghai to Seattle: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Seattle.

  • Arrive in Seattle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).

  • 11 hours 18 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Shanghai to Seattle. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 15 hours behind Shanghai.

  • The most popular route for flights from Shanghai to Seattle is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take your pick of 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to SEA is the 17:30 Delta Air Lines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:20 with Delta Air Lines.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to Seattle, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • If you have a passport from China, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Shanghai to Seattle for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Shanghai to Seattle, you can depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Travel from PVG to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) without any stops.

  • Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Seattle departing from PVG.

  • We make it simple to book a flight from Shanghai to Seattle with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Central Shanghai to PVG is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 49 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Want a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Seattle, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Arriving in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Seattle

  • Right now, Rs120,677 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Seattle. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs200,137. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from Shanghai to Seattle, book your journey 9 months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Shanghai to Seattle is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Seattle. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Seattle.

Best time to go to Seattle

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Seattle. To avoid the crowds, visit Seattle in May.

  • The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Seattle sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Seattle

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Seattle:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are major attractions which should be on every Seattle itinerary.

Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental

  • Check out our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Shanghai to Seattle. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.