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Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Shanghai from $790

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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$1,258

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$790
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Users have found that flying from San Antonio to Shanghai on a Tuesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Flights from San Antonio to Shanghai lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Antonio to Shanghai in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,273.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai (SAT - SHA)?

It’s optimal to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between San Antonio and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Japan Airlines flights heading from San Antonio to Shanghai. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Fri 7/57:00 amSAT - SHA
2 stops39h 25mJapan Airlines
Mon 7/1512:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops23h 06mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,169
Tue 6/257:00 amSAT - SHA
2 stops39h 25mJapan Airlines
Wed 7/1712:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops47h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,544
Sat 7/67:00 amSAT - SHA
2 stops39h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 7/1412:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops23h 06mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,851

Cheap ANA flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by ANA for the route between San Antonio and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on ANA flights traveling from San Antonio to Shanghai. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sat 10/199:36 amSAT - PVG
2 stops25h 59mANA
Tue 10/221:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops24h 39mANA
Deal found 5/14$1,990
Sat 7/62:05 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops56h 35mANA
Sat 7/131:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops48h 41mANA
Deal found 5/15$2,201
Wed 7/242:05 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops33h 10mANA
Wed 8/71:35 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops60h 41mANA
Deal found 5/15$2,486
Tue 6/257:00 amSAT - PVG
2 stops39h 40mANA
Tue 7/161:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops48h 41mANA
Deal found 5/15$2,505

Cheap San Antonio to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Antonio to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Antonio to Shanghai in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops36h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops29h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,600
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops36h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop19h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,601
Tue 6/254:00 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops29h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 7/1712:05 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops24h 24mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,657
Fri 6/146:01 amSAT - PVG
2 stops43h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
3 stops33h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,762
Fri 6/146:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop16h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,926
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Thu 6/2012:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops35h 19mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$2,028
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Thu 6/2012:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops35h 19mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$2,042
Fri 6/148:35 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/202:25 amPVG - SAT
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,047
Fri 6/148:28 pmSAT - PVG
3 stops51h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/201:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops34h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$2,051

San Antonio to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Antonio and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Antonio to Shanghai in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 10/196:00 amSAT - PVG
2 stops39h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 10/2312:05 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops23h 24mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,421
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops36h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops29h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,600
Fri 6/141:27 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops36h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop19h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,601
Sat 10/193:45 pmSAT - PVG
1 stop33h 00mDelta
Wed 10/233:45 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops31h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,642
Tue 6/254:00 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops29h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 7/1712:05 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops24h 24mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,657
Fri 6/146:01 amSAT - PVG
2 stops43h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:00 pmPVG - SAT
3 stops33h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,762
Sat 10/196:29 amSAT - PVG
1 stop19h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/235:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,787
Fri 7/57:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/135:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop38h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,793
Wed 7/247:27 amSAT - PVG
2 stops42h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/75:00 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops43h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,808

One-way flights to Shanghai from San Antonio

Search for one-way flight options from San Antonio to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Antonio to Shanghai. For those needing a return trip from San Antonio, there is a search form available above.
Thu 6/133:05 pmSAT - PVG
3 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$790
Thu 6/138:10 amSAT - SHA
2 stops38h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$995
Thu 6/137:00 amSAT - PVG
2 stops42h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/15$995
Thu 6/137:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,273

Find flights from San Antonio to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$1,421 - $2,169

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San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Sat 10/19

2 stops39h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/23

2 stops23h 24m

$1,421

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Fri 6/14

2 stops36h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/21

2 stops29h 09m

$1,600

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Sat 10/19

1 stop33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/23

2 stops31h 01m

$1,642

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Fri 7/5

2 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/15

2 stops42h 52m

$1,863

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Sat 10/19

2 stops25h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/22

2 stops24h 39m

$1,990

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Fri 6/14

2 stops38h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/20

2 stops35h 19m

$2,028

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Fri 6/14

2 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/20

3 stops36h 30m

$2,047

San AntonioShanghai Pu Dong

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Sun 7/7

2 stops33h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/14

2 stops29h 58m

$2,078

San AntonioShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Fri 7/5

2 stops39h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/15

2 stops23h 06m

$2,169

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from San Antonio to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Antonio to Shanghai is currently $1,013 while a round-trip flight costs $1,871. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,259

February

$1,220

March

$1,245

April

$1,298

May

$1,538

June

$1,893

July

$1,999

August

$1,691

September

$1,420

October

$1,570

November

$1,554

December

$1,752

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, ANA and China Airlines from San Antonio to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,472 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
910 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    San Antonio (SAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from San Antonio; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the San Antonio airport to Shanghai. It is only a 7.6 mi journey to San Antonio (SAT) from San Antonio’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Antonio to Shanghai for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Antonio to Shanghai for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Airlines for just $1,421, but on average you can expect to pay $1,834.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip from $1,421. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,600, and Delta, from $1,642. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SAT to SHA mean?

    San Antonio Airport is SAT and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Antonio to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Antonio to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Antonio to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Antonio to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Antonio to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Antonio to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The San Antonio to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San Antonio to Shanghai

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China AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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