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$409+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
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The best prices from Irvine to Shanghai are usually found in September or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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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 November 4, 2024.

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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 November 4, 2024.

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.
Mon 11/1810:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Southern
Sun 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.
Sun 11/1710:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
Fri 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.
Mon 11/1110:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 00mAir China
Mon 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.
Mon 11/1110:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop30h 00mAir China
Mon 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.
Sun 12/110:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop29h 55mXiamenAir
Sun 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.
Tue 11/269:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 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.
Tue 11/269:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 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.
Tue 11/199:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops29h 10mSichuan Airlines
Sun 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.
Tue 11/1910:45 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops26h 45mXiamenAir
Wed 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.
Thu 11/1411:00 amLAX - PVG
1 stop36h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 11/1910:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/3$922
This FareScan 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/610:45 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 05mChina Airlines
Wed 11/2012:05 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop23h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,003
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/610:40 amLAX - SHA
1 stop37h 50mEVA Air
Wed 11/137:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop27h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 11/4$1,049

Find flights from Irvine to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 November 4, 2024.

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Fri 11/15

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$409

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LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Thu 11/21

10:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

$423

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LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 11/27

10:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$436

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 11/27

9:30 am-1:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

$438

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Thu 11/28

10:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$462

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 1/6

1:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$591

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

10:40 am-6:25 pm

1 stop39h 45m

$608

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$619

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

12:05 am-9:25 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$634

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

10:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$635

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
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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 November 1, 2024.

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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to SHA?

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 November 4, 2024.

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

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 November 3, 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. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 4, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, China Southern and EVA Air from Irvine to Shanghai have to say. 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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Irvine 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 $870.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from Irvine to Shanghai under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Irvine to Shanghai is less than $1,273.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Irvine to Shanghai for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Irvine to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $900.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Shanghai are Sichuan Airlines ($409), XiamenAir ($423), and China Southern ($436).

  • 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. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $1,198). Flying from Irvine 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 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$689Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$730Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$746Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$843Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$989Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,011Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,032Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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