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$409+ Cheap flights from California to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$703
(oojo)

One-way from

$409
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from California to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 1/269:35 amLAX - PVG
2 stops56h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/232:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$703
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/1910:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
Mon 3/38:50 amSHA - LAX
1 stop25h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$703
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 2/169:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 45mSichuan Airlines
Sun 2/234:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 1/19$704
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/1511:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop31h 45mXiamenAir
Tue 4/2210:10 amSHA - LAX
1 stop24h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/20$708
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 1/289:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop28h 10mAir China
Tue 2/41:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAir China
Deal found 1/20$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/1910:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Southern
Fri 3/216:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/289:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 25mAir China
Mon 2/175:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 1/21$737
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/410:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/189:10 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$818
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2812:45 pmLAX - PVG
Nonstop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/58:25 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$830
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/306:00 amLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 45mLufthansa
Wed 2/128:25 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop11h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$848
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1012:20 amLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 3/251:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop23h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/20$896
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/213:40 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/210:00 amPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$903

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

10:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/3

6:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

10:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/21

11:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/28

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$704

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

11:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/22

10:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$708

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

10:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

7:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$711

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

10:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

7:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$811

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

10:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/18

9:10 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$818

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

9:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

12:45 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$828

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

10:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/27

11:50 am-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$842

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

12:40 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

4:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$859

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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, 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 $1,843). 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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Delta and Asiana Airlines 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
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
1,253 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
737 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

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

    $410 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 Air China and China Southern, with prices starting from $413 and $416, 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 are the most reliable airlines from California to Shanghai?

    Consider Air China (83%), United Airlines (50%) or China Eastern (36%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Shanghai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Shanghai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Shanghai? While on average our users pay $1,483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $430. The most popular route (San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $740.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,843). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$622Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$703Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$745Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$746Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$777Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$933Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$934Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Cathay PacificCheapest$960Average$1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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