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$320+ Cheap flights from the United States to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
Mar 3 — Mar 101
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Shanghai

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Most accurate provider

Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$664
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$320
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,239
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From USA to Shanghai
One-way flight from USA to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($429 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from USA to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Fri 3/79:30 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop25h 45mSichuan Airlines
Fri 4/43:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/26$664
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/2411:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 05mXiamenAir
Tue 5/66:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop16h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/25$678
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 3/710:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 55mAir China
Fri 3/283:15 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 45mAir China
Deal found 2/25$688
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Tue 3/2510:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop24h 25mAir China
Tue 4/17:10 amPVG - LAX
1 stop26h 50mAir China
Deal found 2/24$706
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2811:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 6/24:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/25$733
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1610:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/229:55 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$735
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1810:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/213:15 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$768
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2610:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 35mKorean Air
Thu 3/611:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 2/25$796
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/311:00 amSEA - SHA
2 stops44h 55mHainan Airlines
Mon 4/1412:10 pmSHA - SEA
1 stop35h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 2/25$799
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/311:00 amSEA - PVG
2 stops41h 05mHainan Airlines
Mon 4/1411:05 amPVG - SEA
1 stop36h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 2/25$799
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sun 3/1611:35 pmSEA - PVG
1 stop19h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 3/2310:50 amPVG - SEA
1 stop23h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/25$809
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/910:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Wed 10/293:25 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop41h 35mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/24$819

Find flights from USA to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 26, 2025.

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Fri 3/21

10:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/29

7:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$664

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

11:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/6

6:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$678

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

10:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

7:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

10:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/25

9:10 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$723

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/2

4:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$733

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

10:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/22

9:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$735

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

10:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/25

12:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$757

SeattleShanghai

SEA - SHA

SEASHA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/3

11:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/14

12:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop35h 50m

$799

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/3

11:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

11:05 am-9:00 am

1 stop36h 55m

$799

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/16

11:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/23

10:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$809

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Shanghai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from USA to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,834). 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 US to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 26, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from USA to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from USA 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 February 26, 2025.

The most flights from US0 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 February 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from USA to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and ANA. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $320 on Sichuan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include XiamenAir from $351 and China Southern from $402 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Shanghai?

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from USA to Shanghai on time: Air China (83%), China Eastern (52%), United Airlines (49%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Shanghai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $430. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for $914 on average our data indicates $1,313 when flying from USA to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from USA to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,834). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$425Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$521Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
XiamenAirCheapest$692Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$718Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$719Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air ChinaCheapest$729Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$955Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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