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$406+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SHA — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Shanghai to Los Angeles are usually found in October or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/222:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1310:35 amLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$747
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:40 amPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 3/810:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/21$753
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:25 amPVG - LAX
1 stop16h 15mAsiana Airlines
Sun 4/2712:10 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/21$759
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 12/288:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 40mKorean Air
Sat 3/810:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop33h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 11/21$766
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/274:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 30mSichuan Airlines
Tue 5/611:15 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/20$793
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/258:10 pmPVG - LAX
2 stops38h 50mAir China
Mon 3/1011:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop33h 20mAir China
Deal found 11/21$813
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/207:55 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops54h 25mAir China
Mon 12/3010:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 55mAir China
Deal found 11/20$824
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:05 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop39h 05mChina Southern
Mon 2/106:23 pmLAX - SHA
3 stops33h 57mChina Southern
Deal found 11/21$825
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/244:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop32h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/1010:55 amLAX - SHA
1 stop33h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/21$856
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/262:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mANA
Fri 11/2912:05 amLAX - PVG
1 stop33h 10mANA
Deal found 11/20$867
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:35 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop30h 35mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/1812:07 amLAX - PVG
1 stop27h 33mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/21$880
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Sun 12/221:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 10mANA
Sun 1/263:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop28h 40mANA
Deal found 11/21$889

Find flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/22

2:20 am-7:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

10:35 am-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$747

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

8:40 am-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

10:15 pm-10:10 am

1 stop19h 55m

$753

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/22

8:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$759

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/28

8:50 am-8:30 am

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/7

10:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$766

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$793

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/8

10:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

10:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 25m

$802

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/8

9:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$802

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/25

8:10 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$813

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/20

7:55 pm-10:20 am

2 stops54h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/30

10:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

$824

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/24

4:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$856

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles is 43 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 Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Los Angeles. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from CN2 to LAX 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 Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Sichuan Airlines, ANA and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

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

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

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

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,457 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

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

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Los Angeles from Shanghai, you will be flying to Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 3 flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles per day from 11 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $753, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Shanghai to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Asiana Airlines and Korean Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $759 and $766, respectively. Cathay Pacific is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $406. Air China flights start at $411 while deals on Asiana Airlines start at $422 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

    Consider United Airlines (79%), China Eastern (46%) or Air China (40%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $593. While the most popular route (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for $590 on average our data indicates $1,028 when flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

    Shanghai to Los Angeles flights have a layover in Incheon most of the time.

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

    The majority of Incheon visitors 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 Shanghai to Los Angeles flights?

    Flights departing from Shanghai and landing in Los Angeles layover in Tokyo least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$582Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$589Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$706Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China SouthernCheapest$731Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$731Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$766Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,019Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,095Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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