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$555+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Shanghai, China

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,076
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$555
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/315:00 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,076
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:17 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops32h 08mDelta
Sat 5/313:45 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop20h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,112
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/97:00 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/237:50 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops40h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,537
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:21 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops40h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/3112:10 pmPVG - SAT
3 stops37h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,765
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/126:00 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops31h 05mAir Canada
Sun 6/223:55 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops20h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$1,779
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:17 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Fri 5/3012:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,835
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/82:00 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops21h 35mANA
Thu 8/211:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops24h 28mANA
Deal found 2/20$1,999
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/162:11 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/3112:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,236
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/136:10 amSAT - PVG
2 stops42h 50mJapan Airlines
Wed 7/231:15 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops22h 36mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$5,370
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/171:10 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops31h 05mLufthansa
Mon 7/2811:50 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops33h 32mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$5,545
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:50 amSAT - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 4/301:10 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop23h 32mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/19$5,801
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:50 amSAT - PVG
2 stops47h 45mChina Airlines
Wed 4/307:50 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops31h 45mChina Airlines
Deal found 2/19$6,683

Find flights from San Antonio to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 February 20, 2025.

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Shanghai

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San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/31

5:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$1,076

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

6:17 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/31

3:45 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$1,112

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Sat 8/9

7:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/23

7:50 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops40h 36m

$1,537

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

12:21 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/31

12:10 pm-12:49 pm

3 stops37h 39m

$1,765

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Thu 6/12

6:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/22

3:55 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$1,779

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

1:17 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/30

12:35 am-8:50 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$1,835

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Fri 8/8

2:00 pm-12:35 am

2 stops21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/21

1:35 am-1:03 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$1,999

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Fri 8/8

2:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/22

1:35 pm-1:03 pm

2 stops36h 28m

$2,232

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Wed 4/16

2:11 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/31

12:50 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$2,236

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Thu 6/12

7:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/22

1:20 pm-2:29 pm

2 stops38h 09m

$2,387

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Travel insights for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Antonio to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 SAT to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Antonio to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 February 20, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    San Antonio (SAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from San Antonio; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San Antonio airport to Shanghai. It is only a 7.6 mi journey to San Antonio (SAT) from San Antonio’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip from $1,076. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,112, and United Airlines, from $1,765. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 4 airlines flying from San Antonio to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,123Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,261Average$2,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,339Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ANACheapest$1,395Average$2,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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