Shanghai

$408+ Cheap flights from the United States to Shanghai, China

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from USA to Shanghai with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from USA to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from USA (US0) 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 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$786
(Ovago)

One-way from

$408
(Kiwi.com)
From USA to Shanghai
One-way flight from USA to Shanghai

Find flight deals from USA to Shanghai

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 December 18, 2024.

This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2911:40 amSFO - PVG
1 stop30h 05mKorean Air
Sun 1/2611:20 amPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 12/17$982
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3110:40 amSEA - SHA
1 stop20h 10mHainan Airlines
Tue 1/218:35 amSHA - SEA
1 stop16h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,003
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:40 amSEA - PVG
1 stop34h 40mHainan Airlines
Tue 1/216:55 amPVG - SEA
1 stop17h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,063
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/2911:00 amSEA - PVG
1 stop17h 25mKorean Air
Tue 1/2111:20 amPVG - SEA
1 stop13h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 12/16$1,088
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/3011:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/66:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,093
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/307:00 amJFK - PVG
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Sun 2/25:30 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop28h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,097
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/3011:18 amSEA - PVG
Nonstop13h 37mDelta
Thu 2/207:05 pmPVG - SEA
Nonstop11h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,097
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/306:51 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops33h 04mDelta
Mon 2/35:30 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop28h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,100
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2610:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 50mXiamenAir
Wed 2/59:45 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 12/17$1,107
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/307:15 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Thu 2/67:05 pmPVG - LAX
2 stops31h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,108
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/307:15 pmSEA - PVG
1 stop28h 45mAir Canada
Tue 1/215:50 pmPVG - SEA
1 stop12h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/283:45 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/225:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,116

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 December 18, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$786

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 1/14

9:35 am-1:10 am

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$791

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

10:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/12

9:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$795

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

6:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/15

9:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

$807

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

10:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/22

7:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$816

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

9:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/28

9:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$821

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

10:00 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops47h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/5

6:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$827

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/5

7:50 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops62h 20m

$827

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

12:40 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/13

4:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$897

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

12:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/24

2:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$903

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/17

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from USA to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from USA with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from USA to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from USA to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from USA to Shanghai, such as Asiana Airlines, Japan Airlines and Air China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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
1,273 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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
839 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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
1,018 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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
1,443 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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
477 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,273 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 $410 on Sichuan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $431 and XiamenAir from $432 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 (79%), United Airlines (58%), China Southern (53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Shanghai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $440. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for $987 on average our data indicates $1,649 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from USA to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for USA to Shanghai

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$342Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$670Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$703Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$865Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$965Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$994Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.