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$485+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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SFO — SHA
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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The best prices from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 January 17, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$905
(StudentUniverse)

One-way from

$485
(Kiwi.com)

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$1,219
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This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 4/112:35 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 50mChina Southern
Thu 4/102:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops20h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 1/16$905
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/512:05 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Sat 3/228:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 1/16$912
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/2012:35 amSFO - SHA
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/297:45 amSHA - SFO
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$918
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/511:30 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop26h 30mAsiana Airlines
Sun 4/206:10 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/15$974
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/411:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Fri 2/76:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 1/16$1,006
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2512:10 amSFO - SHA
1 stop25h 20mEVA Air
Sun 4/67:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop26h 05mEVA Air
Deal found 1/15$1,027
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2011:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 2/261:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/15$1,049
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/232:55 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops29h 30mANA
Thu 3/61:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop17h 40mANA
Deal found 1/16$1,092

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

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San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

12:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/10

2:50 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$905

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

12:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/21

10:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 20m

$912

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

12:35 am-3:15 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/29

7:45 am-10:50 am

1 stop18h 05m

$918

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

11:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/20

6:10 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$974

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/7

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,006

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

12:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/6

7:40 pm-6:45 am

1 stop26h 05m

$1,027

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

11:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/26

1:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,049

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

12:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

1:40 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$1,192

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

7:00 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops53h 50m

$486

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

12:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

$495

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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 January.
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
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 January 10, 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,175). Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,891). 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 January 17, 2025.

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 35% 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 December 16, 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. Thursday 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 January 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Shanghai, such as Korean Air, China Southern and Air China. 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
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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 14 different airlines.

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

    China Southern, at $905, 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 Asiana Airlines. China Southern is 30% 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 $493. Air China flights start at $495 while deals on Asiana Airlines start at $553 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 $85 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 G Tower, Wolmido Amusement Park, and Moraenae Market. G Tower, Wolmido Amusement Park, and Moraenae Market can be visited by traveling about 10.7 mi, 8.3 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 $52.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,175). Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,891). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$777Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China SouthernCheapest$779Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$853Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EVA AirCheapest$942Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$962Average$1,404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$979Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,051Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,075Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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