$409+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Shanghai, China
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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) 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) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,129 |
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai
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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Shanghai
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Irvine to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Irvine to Shanghai is 52 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 Irvine to Shanghai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to PVG?
Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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.
When flying from Irvine 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.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Shanghai
Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 IR9 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.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Air China and China Southern from Irvine to Shanghai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Irvine to Shanghai
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$622 | Average$849 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$703 | Average$902 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$745 | Average$1,424 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$746 | Average$981 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$771 | Average$1,401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$913 | Average$1,206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$934 | Average$1,340 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$964 | Average$1,325 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$965 | Average$1,151 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$970 | Average$1,233 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |