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$369+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to California

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SHA — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hongqiao Intl to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$634
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$369
(Gurufare)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,055
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to California
One-way flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($209 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/105:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Tue 4/2210:00 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops32h 55mAir China
Deal found 3/27$691
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/99:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 50mXiamenAir
Tue 4/1511:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 3/27$695
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/319:30 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops42h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1411:05 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$750
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop30h 15mKorean Air
Tue 4/2211:50 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop26h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$752
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/281:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 7/312:25 amLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$757
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/64:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop21h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/281:05 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$761
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/112:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 50mChina Southern
Sun 5/1811:50 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 3/27$796
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/119:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops37h 40mChina Southern
Sat 5/1712:35 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 3/27$815
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 15mKorean Air
Sat 9/2012:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$889
This Vakatrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Vakatrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/261:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop18h 00mANA
Mon 8/111:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 30mANA
Deal found 3/27$924
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:55 amSHA - LAS
2 stops20h 59mAir China
Mon 4/147:11 pmLAS - SHA
2 stops23h 49mAir China
Deal found 3/26$949
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 35mAir China
Wed 4/161:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 40mAir China
Deal found 3/26$955

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/10

5:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$691

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/9

9:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$695

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/2

3:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/21

11:59 pm-10:00 am

2 stops43h 01m

$751

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/10

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

11:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$752

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/28

1:20 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$757

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/6

4:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

1:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$761

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

2:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

11:50 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$796

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

9:50 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

12:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop19h 45m

$815

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/15

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$889

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/26

1:35 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

1:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$924

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to California have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very good

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for XiamenAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $369. Users have also found prices from $407 and $442 on Air China and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$544Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$651Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$721Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$751Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$777Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$879Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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