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$438+ Cheap flights from the United States to China

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LAX — PVG
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$773
(StudentUniverse)

One-way from

$438
(Gurufare)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,451

Good round-trip deal

$686 or less

Good one-way deal

$354 or less
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From USA to China
One-way flight from USA to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 9/1811:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 55mXiamenAir
Thu 11/276:05 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop16h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 4/16$766
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/711:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 9/134:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop32h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/15$767
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/218:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop17h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$773
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Thu 9/1111:55 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 9/294:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/15$785
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/164:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$786
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/112:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/32:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$794
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Tue 9/910:00 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops32h 55mAir China
Tue 10/149:05 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 55mAir China
Deal found 4/16$800
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Wed 4/2312:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/211:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$808
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Sun 4/2011:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Fri 5/303:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/16$809
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Tue 9/212:40 pmLAX - PVG
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/238:10 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$827
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Wed 11/510:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 35mKorean Air
Sat 11/1511:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 4/15$830
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Tue 5/610:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Tue 5/131:05 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 55mAir China
Deal found 4/16$850

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA to China 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 April 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to China that are best for you.

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USA

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

11:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/27

6:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$766

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/13

4:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

$767

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

8:35 am-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$773

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

12:15 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/16

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$786

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/3

2:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$794

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/14

9:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$800

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/29

3:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$804

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

1:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$808

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

12:40 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

8:10 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop11h 45m

$827

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

11:30 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/15

6:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop12h 05m

$835

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Best time to book a flight from USA to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to China?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to China (average of $1,185). Flying from USA to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 US to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to China as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from USA to China

Explore weekly flight availability from USA to China. 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 April 16, 2025.

The most flights from US0 to CN0 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 China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 82.4 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 China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated April 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from USA to China. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve USA to China flights?

    There is an assortment of airports that offer flights to China from the US. Washington DC is the home of Washington Dulles Airport which has flights into China. This airport is located 26 miles from the city center and is a hub for United Airlines. Another popular city to depart for China is Boston, which is home to Logan International Airport. This airport has four terminals and six runways. Some of the top destinations in China when leaving from the USA include Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou. Those going into Guangzhou will often do so through Los Angeles International Airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the US to China?

    There are many direct, nonstop flight options between China and the United States. New York City is one of the more popular options with direct flights that are around 15h 00m in duration. The flights are operated by China Eastern Airlines and United Airlines. Beijing is also a common destination that can be reached on a direct flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Hainan Airlines offers direct flights from this location, which involve about 11h 45m of time in the air.

  • What are the stopover options between USA and China?

    In addition to offering direct flights, Beijing can be reached from Seattle using Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Air Canada for a stopover flight. Some of the stopover locations to expect include Shanghai Pu Dong, San Francisco International, and San Jose International airports. Most flights with stopovers are less expensive than direct flights for these routes. To reach Shanghai from New York, there are also flights that incorporate stops. These are offered by Emirates Airlines, China Airlines, and JetBlue among others. These flights can be as short as 16h 20m to as long as 32h 10m with the longer flights often being less expensive.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to China?

    Travelers coming from the United States to China are required to have both a passport and a visa. There is also a requirement to have a return ticket.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $438. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from USA to China for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to China that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to China 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 USA to China?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to China (average of $1,185). Flying from USA to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from the USA to China?

    You will find eco-friendly flights to China from the USA from major US airports like John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago. United Airlines, Air China, and American Airlines provide sustainable travel from JFK to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). For example, American Airlines has heavily invested in a more efficient modern fleet with additions of winglets, paperless cabins, adopting a one-engine taxiing policy, and reducing weight on the planes to cut costs and greenhouse gas emissions. It also strives to create a sustainable aircraft both on the ground and in the sky through material recycling, reducing noise pollution, and responsibly managing wastes. United Airlines commits to lowering its impact on the environment by using more efficient fuels to cut down on emissions, making partnerships to promote sustainable travel, and promoting the use of sustainable products.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from the USA to China?

    You can make flying from the USA to China more sustainable by taking a few steps individually. The first step is to prioritize eco-friendly airlines. Whenever you have the option, go for airlines that invest in more efficient alternative fuels, have modern fleets, and ferry more passengers at once. This would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least half. Remember to pack light and carry only what's needed to reduce the baggage on the aircraft, thus saving fuel and reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, go for direct flight deals as connecting flights cover greater distances, thus consuming more fuel and increasing emissions to the environment.

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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA to China. 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 April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$421Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$702Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$719Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$816Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$875Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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