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$426+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to California

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SHA — LAX
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to California (USCA). 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$760
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One-way from

$426
(Booking.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:30 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/63:40 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$776
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/239:30 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops43h 55mAir China
Sun 1/57:05 amSFO - SHA
2 stops23h 50mAir China
Deal found 12/22$778
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/254:55 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 4/2811:55 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 12/22$801
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 40mKorean Air
Thu 1/210:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop30h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 12/21$814
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/2711:20 amPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 10mKorean Air
Thu 4/1012:40 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop32h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 12/21$840
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/236:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Mon 1/611:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 12/21$862
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/78:23 amLAX - PVG
2 stops45h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$880
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/2310:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop35h 50mAir China
Thu 1/210:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAir China
Deal found 12/21$881
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/238:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir China
Thu 1/210:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 55mAir China
Deal found 12/21$881
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/238:30 amPVG - SFO
1 stop22h 50mANA
Sun 1/512:20 amSFO - PVG
1 stop32h 55mANA
Deal found 12/21$886
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/242:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mANA
Tue 2/1812:05 amLAX - PVG
1 stop29h 20mANA
Deal found 12/21$900
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/231:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop17h 40mANA
Sat 1/412:20 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 05mANA
Deal found 12/22$900

Find flights from Shanghai to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 December 22, 2024.

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ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/28

10:50 am-8:00 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

11:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$760

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/2

4:20 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

11:00 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 45m

$761

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/10

10:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

11:20 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$765

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/4

8:50 am-8:30 am

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

12:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$767

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/5

11:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

2:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops27h 35m

$772

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/1

10:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

12:35 am-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$776

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/12

6:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$788

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/10

8:25 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops60h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

11:50 pm-12:20 am

1 stop33h 30m

$789

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/12

9:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

10:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

$790

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/29

3:10 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop42h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

10:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$800

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 PVG to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from Shanghai 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.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

The most flights from CN2 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Sichuan Airlines from Shanghai to California have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $426. Asiana Airlines flights start at $435 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $438 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Shanghai to California is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Los Angeles or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Shanghai to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Shanghai to California consider choosing United Airlines (75%), China Eastern (49%) or Air China (37%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Shanghai to California is $463. On average you can expect to pay $935. The most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $591.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai 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 to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 Shanghai to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$582Average$1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$589Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$706Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$731Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$766Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$890Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$993Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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