Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai from $548

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — SHA
Jun 4 — Jun 111

The best prices from San Francisco to Shanghai are usually found in April or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 May 30, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$580
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From San Francisco to Shanghai
One-way flight from San Francisco to Shanghai

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Shanghai?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Shanghai. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai at least 27 days early can save you up to 14% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 27 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for as little as $1,322 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,455 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai?

March can be a great time to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $1,447. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $938. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SHA?

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Air China flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between San Francisco and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Air China flights we've detected traveling from San Francisco to Shanghai. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Tue 9/1010:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Deal found 5/30$1,537
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Sat 9/78:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/30$1,561
Wed 8/281:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Wed 9/258:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/29$1,574
Wed 7/311:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Tue 11/198:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop30h 35mAir China
Deal found 5/30$1,646
Wed 6/51:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Sat 6/228:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/30$2,318
Wed 6/51:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Wed 7/38:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/30$2,856
Wed 6/51:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Tue 7/210:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Deal found 5/30$2,890
Wed 6/51:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Sat 7/68:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/30$2,916
Sat 6/81:20 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 20mAir China
Sat 6/158:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Deal found 5/29$4,750

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between San Francisco and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've found from San Francisco to Shanghai. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Mon 8/1912:55 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/81:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/30$1,122
Sun 8/1812:55 amSFO - SHA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/104:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$1,142
Sun 8/1812:55 amSFO - SHA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/21:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/28$1,160
Wed 6/51:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop35h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/271:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$2,200
Sun 6/91:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop35h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 6/241:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/30$2,384
Sun 6/91:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop35h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/231:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$2,438
Thu 6/61:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/271:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop19h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$3,578
Thu 6/61:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/301:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/30$3,837
Thu 6/61:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/61:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop19h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$4,135

Cheap San Francisco to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 6/2910:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Tue 7/23:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop42h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,273
Sun 6/2310:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/168:00 amPVG - SFO
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,308
Sat 6/2910:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Fri 7/53:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop42h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,336
Sun 6/2310:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/152:25 pmPVG - SFO
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,352
Tue 6/1110:15 amSFO - PVG
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/92:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,361
Tue 6/187:50 amSFO - PVG
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/222:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,367
Sun 6/23:00 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/410:25 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,374
Tue 6/1110:15 amSFO - PVG
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/192:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,375
Mon 6/310:15 amSFO - PVG
2 stops54h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/122:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,381

San Francisco to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 11/411:35 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop25h 05mChina Southern
Wed 11/1311:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop24h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/30$897
Mon 11/411:35 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Wed 11/135:45 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 5/29$902
Mon 11/1111:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop23h 35mChina Southern
Wed 11/208:50 amSHA - SFO
1 stop26h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 5/30$905
Mon 11/411:35 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Wed 11/136:55 amPVG - SFO
2 stops28h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 5/29$907
Mon 11/411:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop22h 35mChina Southern
Wed 11/132:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops20h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 5/30$911
Mon 8/1912:35 amSFO - PVG
2 stops32h 45mChina Southern
Sun 9/89:55 pmPVG - SFO
2 stops37h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 5/30$911
Tue 9/2411:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/84:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$913
Thu 9/2611:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 10/174:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$916
Wed 8/2811:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/254:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$925

Non-stop flights to Shanghai from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Shanghai. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to Shanghai. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Shanghai should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 10/2110:55 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/11:30 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,195
Sat 9/2110:55 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/55:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,222
Mon 7/2911:25 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/191:30 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,260
Mon 11/412:40 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/131:30 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,293
Thu 8/2211:25 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/255:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,309
Tue 9/2410:55 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/85:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,323
Tue 9/1710:55 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/185:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,325
Mon 8/1911:25 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/25:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,344
Mon 9/212:00 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 9/1212:45 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/28$1,354

San Francisco to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Shanghai should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 6/41:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop38h 25mEVA Air
Sun 6/91:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop32h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$1,399
Tue 6/47:00 amSFO - PVG
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/108:15 amPVG - SFO
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,420
Tue 6/47:00 amSFO - PVG
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/93:45 amPVG - SFO
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,461
Tue 6/44:10 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/92:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,471
Fri 6/710:15 amSFO - PVG
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/198:20 amPVG - SFO
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,496
Wed 6/51:15 amSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 25mEVA Air
Sun 6/98:05 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop25h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$1,508
Tue 6/41:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/82:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,512
Tue 6/47:00 amSFO - PVG
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/102:55 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,517
Tue 6/47:50 amSFO - PVG
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/94:55 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,535

One-way flights to Shanghai from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Shanghai. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
Tue 8/271:05 amSFO - PVG
1 stop26h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/29$548
Sun 7/145:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$549
Mon 7/155:15 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$551
Wed 8/285:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$554
Tue 7/235:15 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$558
Thu 7/112:41 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops47h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$560
Mon 7/155:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$562
Fri 7/125:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$563
Sat 7/275:15 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$564

Find flights from San Francisco to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,101 - $1,133

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Fri 8/2

1 stop36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/4

1 stop25h 50m

$1,101

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Thu 8/22

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/25

2 stops19h 40m

$1,103

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Wed 7/24

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/26

1 stop18h 50m

$1,105

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Tue 7/16

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/19

1 stop37h 10m

$1,109

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Sat 8/17

1 stop22h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/24

1 stop42h 30m

$1,111

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/8

1 stop24h 25m

$1,122

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop36h 00m

$1,123

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Sun 8/11

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/2

2 stops27h 21m

$1,130

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Fri 8/2

1 stop23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/6

1 stop19h 50m

$1,133

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/29

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 24, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °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 May 30, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air China, Cathay Pacific and EVA Air from San Francisco to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.5
Very good
915 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.4
Very good
573 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.4
Very good
1,500 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.3
Very good
1,467 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 17 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Shanghai. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on EVA Air for just $1,101, but on average you can expect to pay $1,110.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Shanghai under $1,200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Shanghai is less than $1,339.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,400.

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

    Flying on EVA Air is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,101. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by ANA and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at $1,105 and $1,109, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $548. Users have also found prices from $572 and $577 on China Southern and Vietnam Airlines, respectively.

  • What does SFO to SHA mean?

    Great question - SFO to SHA just means San Francisco Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are the most popular attractions in Taipei City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be visited by traveling about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $88 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Incheon?

    If you're on a layover in Incheon and looking for things to do, consider visiting Wolmido Amusement Park, Seokbawi Market, or Moraenae Market. Wolmido Amusement Park, Seokbawi Market, and Moraenae Market are located about 8.3 mi, 13.2 mi, and 14.7 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Incheon can rent one for about $70 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Manila?

    Manila travelers tend to visit Resorts World Manila, Manila Ocean Park, and Ayala Museum more than any other attractions. Resorts World Manila, Manila Ocean Park and Ayala Museum are located about 1.4 mi, 5.6 mi, and 3.6 mi, respectively from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Manila looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $54 per day.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Shanghai?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
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China SouthernCheapest$861Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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China AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air ChinaCheapest$970Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,016Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Korean AirCheapest$1,049Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EVA AirCheapest$1,052Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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ANACheapest$1,086Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,121Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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