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$535+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Shanghai, China

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SNA — SHA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 21, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,123
(oojo)

One-way from

$535
(Kiwi.com)
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2024.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:59 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops33h 06mAsiana Airlines
Wed 1/221:10 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops23h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,640
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:50 amSNA - PVG
2 stops33h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 2/610:55 amPVG - SNA
2 stops47h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,425
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:30 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/45:50 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,433
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:30 pmSNA - SHA
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/52:25 pmSHA - SNA
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,473
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:00 amSNA - PVG
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 12/2711:45 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops34h 34mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,584
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/239:10 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops41h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/812:10 amPVG - SNA
2 stops38h 17mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/20$4,184

Find flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 21, 2024.

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Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/28

2:17 pm-10:05 am

2 stops27h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

8:25 am-4:46 pm

2 stops24h 21m

$1,123

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/26

10:05 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/5

8:25 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,213

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - SHA

SNASHA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/15

7:25 am-6:45 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/28

1:30 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$1,378

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - SHA

SNASHA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/15

1:20 pm-12:20 pm

3 stops31h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/28

4:35 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops36h 00m

$1,484

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/20

7:05 am-6:30 am

2 stops32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

7:10 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,598

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/2

8:50 am-9:10 am

2 stops32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/25

10:55 am-8:06 pm

2 stops48h 11m

$1,688

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/3

11:43 am-2:20 pm

2 stops34h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

11:45 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,707

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/3

12:30 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/24

11:35 am-11:30 am

2 stops38h 55m

$1,708

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/5

8:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/28

12:10 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops18h 52m

$2,078

Santa AnaShanghai

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/4

7:30 am-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/16

5:30 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$2,240

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Santa Ana 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.

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 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai, such as British Airways, Qatar Airways and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
474 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Santa Ana, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana. There are 0 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Shanghai per day from 1 airline.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $633. United Airlines flights start at $678 while deals on Delta start at $704 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Santa Ana 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 airline flying from Santa Ana to Shanghai

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,360Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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