Shanghai to Dallas Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Dallas (DFW) connect China and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,807 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SHA, PVG and DFW, DAL. The reverse route is Dallas to Shanghai. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- Dallas, United States
- Distance
- 11,807 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- DFW, DAL
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to Dallas
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Route overview
Shanghai to Dallas is a city-pair air route between China and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and DFW. Related codes: SHA, PVG → DFW, DAL.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,807 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Dallas airports and metro codes: DFW, DAL.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Dallas to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into Dallas.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Dallas?
Direct flights from Shanghai to Dallas typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Dallas?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and Dallas is approximately 11,807 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to Dallas?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). Dallas is commonly searched with code DFW (related: DFW, DAL).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Dallas?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Dallas to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is Dallas to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,807 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to Dallas route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with United States (Dallas).