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$226+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SEA
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Thu 6/18
Thu 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on May 19, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

4:20 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 10/23

11:20 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 45m

$811

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

3:10 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop41h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

10:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$875
Quickest round-trip

ShanghaiSeattle

PVG - SEA

PVGSEA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/17

5:30 pm-1:41 pm

Nonstop11h 11m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/18

2:35 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$912

ShanghaiSeattle

SHA - SEA

SHASEA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/22

6:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 7/6

1:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$929

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/25

8:35 am-3:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 7/8

11:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$929

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/19

4:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$995

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/23

4:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

12:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$996

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/14

1:20 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

1:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$996

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/10

1:20 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 7/21

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$996

ShanghaiSeattle

SHA - SEA

SHASEA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/25

12:25 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/27

10:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$1,030

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $435). Flying from Shanghai in August will prove the most costly (average of $964). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

For flights departing from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: Delta, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Seattle.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $100
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From $79
ANA
ANA
From $148
Air China
Air China
From $132

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Shanghai. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Shanghai travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on May 19, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andDelta from 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
534 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,457 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

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Popular international destinations from Shanghai

The most popular international flight routes departing from Shanghai we’ve come across at this time.
Flights from Pu Dong to Los Angeles
Flights from Pu Dong to Dubai
Flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco
Flights from Pu Dong to Manila
Flights from Hongqiao Intl to Hong Kong

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated May 19, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Shanghai?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport offers the cheapest routes to New York, from $309; whereas Shanghai Pu Dong airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to New York, from $762. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    June is currently the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Shanghai to embark to:
    Fly from Shanghai to Langkawi from $309 round trip
    Fly from Shanghai to Tokyo from $336 round trip
    Fly from Shanghai to Novosibirsk from $437 round trip
    Fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main from $710 round trip
    Fly from Shanghai to San Francisco from $762 round trip

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