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$410+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Irvine to Shanghai are usually found in September or November, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$790
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$410
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,587
From Irvine to Shanghai
One-way flight from Irvine to Shanghai
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Shanghai
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 December 22, 2024.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/319:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 00mAir China
Tue 2/41:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAir China
Deal found 12/22$861
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 25mAir China
Tue 2/412:45 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop21h 15mAir China
Deal found 12/21$861
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/3110:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Tue 2/44:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 12/22$949
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Tue 12/319:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/69:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$961
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 55mAsiana Airlines
Wed 2/511:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/21$998
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Thu 12/2611:45 amLAX - PVG
2 stops32h 20mJapan Airlines
Thu 2/131:25 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop13h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,089
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Tue 12/317:15 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Tue 2/47:05 pmPVG - LAX
2 stops20h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,100
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Tue 12/319:30 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/44:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,110
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Tue 12/3112:45 pmLAX - PVG
Nonstop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/48:25 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,142
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Tue 12/3112:05 amLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 20mANA
Wed 2/51:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop16h 25mANA
Deal found 12/21$1,242
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Mon 12/302:50 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops57h 10mAir Canada
Wed 1/155:50 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop33h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,333
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Tue 12/3111:30 amLAX - PVG
Nonstop14h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 2/41:10 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop11h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/22$1,343

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

9:35 am-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$790

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/9

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$793

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

10:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/13

7:25 am-8:00 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$794

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

9:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/9

4:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$800

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

6:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/10

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$810

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Thu 3/6

11:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/17

4:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$818

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

9:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/2

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$822

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

12:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/30

1:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$900

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Fri 3/21

11:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/28

9:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$901

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

3:45 pm-1:15 am

1 stop17h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/20

2:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$903

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Shanghai

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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 December 20, 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.

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 $1,839). 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 December 22, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada, Sichuan Airlines and Air China from Irvine to Shanghai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
844 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.3
Very good
473 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Air China ($410), Sichuan Airlines ($416), and XiamenAir ($435).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Shanghai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Shanghai are Air China (79%), United Airlines (58%) and China Southern (53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Shanghai?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Shanghai is $440. On average you can expect to pay $1,649. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for $676.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,839). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$670Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$703Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$746Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
EVA AirCheapest$935Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China AirlinesCheapest$962Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$970Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$994Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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