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$520+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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SFO — SHA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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AranGrant
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This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 11/2511:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop22h 55mChina Southern
Thu 12/53:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 11/19$931
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/252:30 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/36:20 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$966
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3012:05 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Wed 12/118:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 11/19$979
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 11/2611:30 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop25h 45mAsiana Airlines
Mon 12/96:15 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop35h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,044
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2711:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop24h 40mEVA Air
Wed 12/47:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop26h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 11/20$1,051
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/2710:55 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop21h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/910:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop33h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$1,053
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2411:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Sat 12/76:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 11/19$1,071
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/2812:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop30h 55mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/2112:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop35h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,173
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/412:20 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 05mANA
Thu 12/261:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop17h 40mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,220

Find flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 11/25

11:35 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/5

3:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$931

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

12:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

10:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop27h 20m

$944

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 1/16

11:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/6

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$964

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 11/25

2:30 pm-9:10 am

2 stops26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/3

6:20 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$966

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

11:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

6:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 15m

$1,034

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 11/27

11:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/4

7:40 pm-6:30 am

1 stop26h 50m

$1,051

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sun 11/24

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/7

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,071

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sat 12/28

12:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/21

12:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop35h 55m

$1,173

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

12:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/27

1:40 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,184

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Fri 12/27

2:30 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$520

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hongqiao Intl from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,197). Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,815). 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 SFO to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, 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 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Shanghai, such as Air China, Asiana Airlines and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,308 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day from 15 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    China Southern, at $931, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and Cathay Pacific. China Southern is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $521. Asiana Airlines flights start at $577 while deals on Air China start at $586 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport layover in Taipei City most frequently. Incheon sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei City travelers tend to visit Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market more than anywhere else. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Taipei City can rent a car from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $82 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Incheon?

    Most Incheon visitors opt to spend their time at Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, and Moraenae Market. Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, and Moraenae Market can be visited by traveling about 8.3 mi, 10.7 mi, and 14.7 mi respectively from Incheon Intl. Those on a layover in Incheon in need of a rental car can book one at Incheon Intl for about $61.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights have a layover in Manila the least frequently. Tokyo sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl 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 San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,197). Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,815). 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 San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$783Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$865Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$931Average$1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$942Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air ChinaCheapest$950Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$962Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Korean AirCheapest$1,001Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,051Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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