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Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Sat 1/11
9:35 am-7:20 pm
1 stop17h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 1/31
1:50 pm-7:35 am
2 stops33h 45m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Tue 1/28
9:00 pm-11:00 am
1 stop22h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 2/25
1:40 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop20h 20m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Tue 1/28
9:00 pm-10:25 am
1 stop21h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 2/25
11:40 am-6:00 pm
1 stop22h 20m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Mon 12/2
9:30 am-11:25 am
2 stops33h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 12/5
8:25 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop38h 35m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Fri 1/24
9:30 pm-3:15 pm
2 stops25h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 2/21
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
1 stop19h 00m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Mon 11/25
10:00 pm-1:10 pm
1 stop23h 10m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 12/2
6:55 am-6:10 pm
1 stop27h 15m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Sun 12/8
10:00 pm-1:20 pm
1 stop23h 20m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 12/13
4:50 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop17h 20m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Sun 11/24
10:45 pm-2:35 pm
1 stop23h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sat 12/7
9:45 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop37h 15m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Sat 1/25
3:45 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop28h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 2/21
1:40 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop20h 10m
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO - PVG
SFOPVG
San Francisco
Tue 1/14
3:40 pm-1:10 am
1 stop17h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 2/26
12:20 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop15h 40m
Best time to book a flight from California to Shanghai
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Travel insights for flights from California to Shanghai
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Shanghai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 CA to PVG?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Shanghai. 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.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Shanghai as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from California to Shanghai
Explore weekly flight availability from California to Shanghai. 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 20, 2024.
The most flights from USCA to CN2 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 Shanghai by month
Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai 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 when rainfall is around 1.2 in.
Temperature in Shanghai by month
Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China, Sichuan Airlines and British Airways from California to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Entertainment
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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.
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
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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.
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
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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.
Overall
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Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
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.
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
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.
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Reviews
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.
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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Shanghai
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$626 | Average$1,083 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$670 | Average$923 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$703 | Average$931 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$746 | Average$1,114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$783 | Average$1,223 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$865 | Average$1,193 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$931 | Average$1,163 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$940 | Average$1,274 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$960 | Average$1,642 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$964 | Average$1,204 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |