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$397+ 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Round-trip from

$706
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$397
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,055
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to California
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:25 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1612:10 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$703
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/74:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 50mChina Southern
Sat 6/2111:50 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 4/30$711
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/301:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop36h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/91:25 amLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$741
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/56:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop35h 15mKorean Air
Wed 11/1210:50 amLAX - SHA
1 stop38h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 4/29$749
This Viajes Éxito deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Viajes Éxito is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/64:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops22h 02mChina Southern
Thu 8/2812:35 amSFO - SHA
1 stop41h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$800
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/156:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop30h 40mAsiana Airlines
Mon 5/1911:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop27h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/29$817
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 6/67:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/291:10 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$825
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/301:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 00mAir China
Wed 8/61:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/30$874
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/141:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Fri 6/201:05 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$877
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 15mKorean Air
Sun 9/2112:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 4/30$938
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/236:10 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/3011:30 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop26h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,018
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/231:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop17h 55mANA
Mon 9/291:20 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 55mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,086

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 May 1, 2025.
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

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/16

10:25 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

12:10 pm-9:00 am

2 stops29h 50m

$706

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/7

4:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/21

11:50 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$711

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/30

1:20 pm-10:45 am

1 stop36h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

1:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$741

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/6

4:50 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops22h 02m

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

12:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop41h 45m

$800

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/15

6:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

11:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$817

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/13

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

11:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$818

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/6

7:25 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

1:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops29h 50m

$825

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/30

1:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

1:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$874

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/14

1:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop24h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

1:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$877

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/6

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$938

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 SHA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to California have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to California. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $400. Users have also found prices from $415 and $417 on Cathay Pacific and XiamenAir, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Los Angeles, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Francisco or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Ontario as they are the most popular.

  • 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.

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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 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$544Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$651Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$674Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$721Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$751Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$827Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$879Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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