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$431+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to California

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to California

Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 3/1710:55 am
SHA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 4/811:30 pm
SFO
-
SHA
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/26$704
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/109:50 pm
SHA
-
SFO
2 stops37h 40m
China Southern
Tue 5/1912:35 am
SFO
-
SHA
1 stop18h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$719
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 5/2610:55 am
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 6/3011:30 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/26$735
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/110:55 am
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 9/2711:30 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/28$736
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:55 am
SHA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 11/511:50 pm
SFO
-
SHA
1 stop25h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/26$738
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/106:25 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop30h 05m
Korean Air
Thu 3/1211:50 am
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop38h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$738
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:25 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop35h 15m
Korean Air
Thu 4/911:50 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$739
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/179:50 pm
SHA
-
SFO
2 stops37h 40m
China Southern
Tue 5/2612:35 am
SFO
-
SHA
1 stop18h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$741
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:25 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop30h 05m
Korean Air
Mon 4/612:30 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop37h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$743
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1510:55 am
SHA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 10/811:30 pm
SFO
-
SHA
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$744
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Korean Air
Tue 10/2011:50 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$744
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/316:25 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop35h 25m
Korean Air
Sun 9/2711:50 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$745

Find flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hongqiao Intl to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$704
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$431
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$994
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to California
One-way flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($139 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to California 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

10:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 15m

$704

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/1

10:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/27

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 15m

$736

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/1

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$738

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/10

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$738

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/30

10:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 11/5

11:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$738

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/29

10:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 11/5

11:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$738

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

6:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$743

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/26

6:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$743

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/30

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/22

11:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$743

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/26

6:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$743

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $547). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $780). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

    Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, and Cathay Pacific can get you from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in just under 19h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 40m. The distance from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California is about 6150 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $316. Users have also found prices from $329 and $338 on XiamenAir and Sichuan Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to California 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $547). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $780). 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 10 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Hongqiao Intl to California. 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$550Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$564Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$575Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$620Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
XiamenAirCheapest$635Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$696Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$708Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$807Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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