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$409+ Cheap flights from California to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
nov. 9 — nov. 161
1 adult
sáb. 11/9
sáb. 11/16
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This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
lun. 11/1810:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Southern
dom. 12/16:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$846
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
dom. 11/1710:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
vie. 11/2911:50 amSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$846
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1110:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 00mAir China
lun. 11/257:10 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 50mAir China
Deal found 11/3$848
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1110:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop30h 00mAir China
lun. 11/255:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 11/3$848
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
dom. 12/110:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop29h 55mXiamenAir
dom. 12/2212:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/4$850
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 11/269:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/2810:50 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$852
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 11/269:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/288:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$852
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
mar. 11/199:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops29h 10mSichuan Airlines
dom. 12/14:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/4$853
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1910:45 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops26h 45mXiamenAir
mié. 11/278:45 pmPVG - LAX
2 stops38h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/3$911
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
jue. 11/1411:00 amLAX - PVG
1 stop36h 50mPhilippine Airlines
mar. 11/1910:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/3$922
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
mar. 11/1910:25 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop25h 25mPhilippine Airlines
jue. 12/54:55 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/3$922
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
jue. 11/1412:00 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/124:50 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$923

Find flights from California to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Shanghai 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.

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Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

vie. 11/15

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$409

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

jue. 11/21

10:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

$423

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 11/27

10:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$436

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

mié. 11/27

9:30 am-1:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

$438

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

jue. 11/28

10:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$462

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

lun. 11/18

12:00 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop13h 50m

$534

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mié. 3/5

9:10 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$536

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mar. 11/19

11:30 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$561

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

lun. 1/6

1:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$591

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mar. 1/14

11:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 10m

$603

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from California to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 SHA?

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 noviembre 4, 2024.

When flying from California to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 noviembre 4, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, China Southern and Cathay Pacific 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.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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
1,324 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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
831 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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
1,453 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
785 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

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 California to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from California to Shanghai for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Shanghai for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Sichuan Airlines for just $670, but on average you can expect to pay $851.

  • Are there nonstop flights from California to Shanghai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from California to Shanghai under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Shanghai is less than $1,246.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to Shanghai for under $800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    $409 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on XiamenAir and China Southern, with prices starting from $423 and $424, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from California to Shanghai is San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or San Francisco - Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • What does LAX to SHA mean?

    LAX and SHA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. LAX to SHA refers to a flight route from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The California to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Shanghai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from California to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 California to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Shanghai. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$689Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$730Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$746Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$822Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$884Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$931Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$961Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$969Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EVA AirCheapest$972Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Korean AirCheapest$979Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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