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$469+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to San Diego (SAN)

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SHA — SAN
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to San Diego (SAN). 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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,002
(Delta)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/315:30 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop33h 56mDelta
Sun 4/67:20 amSAN - PVG
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,000
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/118:10 pmSHA - SAN
3 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/181:00 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,149
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/21:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops37h 24mANA
Mon 4/78:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops37h 05mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,219
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/111:35 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops25h 24mANA
Sun 5/187:45 amSAN - SHA
2 stops37h 30mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,463
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/284:20 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops22h 39mAir China
Mon 5/52:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops28h 45mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,536
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/316:25 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops42h 00mKorean Air
Sun 4/66:15 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops31h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,558
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2710:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops40h 29mAir China
Sun 5/410:30 amSAN - SHA
2 stops20h 20mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,561
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/288:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops20h 11mAsiana Airlines
Sat 5/37:40 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,567
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/278:50 amPVG - SAN
2 stops39h 30mKorean Air
Sat 5/36:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops36h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,583
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/286:10 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops38h 41mAsiana Airlines
Mon 5/57:40 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops30h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,644
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2711:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops30h 35mLufthansa
Mon 5/55:15 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$1,679
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/281:10 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/36:33 amSAN - PVG
1 stop19h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,717

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to San Diego 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to San Diego that are best for you.

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ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

5:30 pm-10:07 am

1 stop31h 37m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

6:15 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,002

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

8:10 pm-4:48 pm

3 stops35h 38m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

1:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,149

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/26

1:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 24m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

7:25 pm-11:40 am

2 stops49h 15m

$1,453

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 24m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

7:45 am-12:15 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,463

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/28

4:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 39m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

2:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops28h 45m

$1,536

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/27

10:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 29m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

10:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$1,561

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/28

8:35 am-1:46 pm

2 stops20h 11m

San Diego

Sat 5/3

7:40 pm-10:05 am

2 stops23h 25m

$1,567

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

8:50 am-9:20 am

2 stops39h 30m

San Diego

Sat 5/3

6:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops36h 25m

$1,583

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/28

6:10 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops38h 41m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

7:40 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,644

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

11:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 35m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

5:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,679

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Shanghai to San Diego. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Shanghai?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Shanghai. Booking flights from Shanghai to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai from 0 different airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $500. Delta flights start at $514 while deals on ANA start at $782 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Shanghai to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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