$403+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to California
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SHA — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 6/64:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop36h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 10/114:55 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$666
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/311:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 9/211:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$692
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/38:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/311:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$694
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/208:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 8/2011:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 5/198:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 8/1811:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$700
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 8/3112:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/18![Air Canada logo]()
$701
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/24:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop36h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 8/24:55 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$706
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 9/2012:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$707
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Sun 8/306:35 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop28h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/18![Air Canada logo]()
$711
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sun 6/213:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 13m
Air Canada
Thu 10/18:19 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops38h 46m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/20![Air Canada logo]()
$714
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Sat 9/52:13 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops32h 52m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/18![Air Canada logo]()
$716
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/53:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops33h 58m
Air Canada
Mon 8/3112:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/18![Air Canada logo]()
$717
Best flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 6/411:10 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Fri 9/412:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/22![Korean Air logo]()
$725
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 6/18:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop14h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 9/1510:10 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop34h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$743
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:40 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop35h 30m
EVA Air
Wed 11/1111:30 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop25h 00m
EVA Air
Deal found 3/18![EVA Air logo]()
$940
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/233:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 6/310:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$956
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:20 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop37h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 4/2711:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop20h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/22![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$989
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/289:05 am
SHA
- LAX
1 stop24h 55m
Air China
Tue 5/510:00 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop26h 20m
Air China
Deal found 3/22![Air China logo]()
$996
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:05 pm
PVG
- SJC
2 stops28h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:55 pm
SJC
- PVG
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/94:20 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/20![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,124
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/198:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
Nonstop12h 10m
United Airlines
Fri 7/36:00 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,144
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/17:50 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop37h 10m
China Airlines
Mon 9/1412:45 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop26h 50m
China Airlines
Deal found 3/19![China Airlines logo]()
$1,188
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 5/412:45 pm
SHA
- SNA
2 stops42h 01m
Japan Airlines
Tue 6/98:05 am
SNA
- SHA
2 stops36h 15m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/46:25 pm
PVG
- SJC
1 stop28h 51m
Delta
Wed 4/86:15 pm
SJC
- PVG
1 stop34h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/20![Delta logo]()
$1,264
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:10 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Sat 5/912:40 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop16h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/18![Korean Air logo]()
$728
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 6/48:50 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Korean Air
Sun 9/612:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/22![Korean Air logo]()
$730
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 6/2510:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/1711:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop18h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$842
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 6/46:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Fri 9/412:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/22![Korean Air logo]()
$744
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/263:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 6/310:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$956
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/311:20 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop23h 50m
EVA Air
Sun 2/1411:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop26h 35m
EVA Air
Deal found 3/22![EVA Air logo]()
$962
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Thu 6/410:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 9/611:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop18h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$879
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/112:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop35h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1712:25 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop38h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/21![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$989
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/223:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 6/310:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$956
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/38:05 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop25h 40m
EVA Air
Fri 2/1911:30 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop20h 35m
EVA Air
Deal found 3/22![EVA Air logo]()
$962
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 9/710:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 2/1611:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop25h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$880
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop27h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1712:25 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop36h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/21![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$989
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Thu 4/237:55 am
SHA
- LAX
1 stop27h 15m
Air China
Mon 5/411:25 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop22h 50m
Air China
Deal found 3/21![Air China logo]()
$1,115
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 6/11:40 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop35h 00m
Korean Air
Mon 6/2912:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop32h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/19![Korean Air logo]()
$855
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/48:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
Nonstop11h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 4/1312:50 pm
LAX
- PVG
Nonstop13h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19![United Airlines logo]()
$1,147
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/299:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/912:25 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,159
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:40 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/116:30 am
LAX
- PVG
2 stops42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,164
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sun 9/610:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 2/1811:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop25h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$880
Last-minute flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated March 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated March 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/63:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops32h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 4/157:25 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/19![Air Canada logo]()
$750
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/133:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops32h 26m
Air Canada
Wed 4/156:10 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop28h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$752
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sun 4/193:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops42h 25m
Air Canada
Mon 11/95:05 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$763
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sun 4/193:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops34h 21m
Air Canada
Sun 11/87:00 pm
LAX
- PVG
2 stops53h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$773
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sun 4/193:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops32h 26m
Air Canada
Fri 11/134:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
2 stops55h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$774
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/203:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 34m
Air Canada
Mon 9/218:54 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop26h 11m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/19![Air Canada logo]()
$745
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/213:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops40h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 11/107:00 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop17h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$733
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/213:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops38h 04m
Air Canada
Mon 11/97:00 am
LAX
- PVG
2 stops41h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$738
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 4/253:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops32h 26m
Air Canada
Mon 11/95:05 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$798
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 4/253:55 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops34h 21m
Air Canada
Sat 11/144:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
2 stops31h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/22![Air Canada logo]()
$809
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:10 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Tue 5/512:40 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop16h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/18![Korean Air logo]()
$724
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:10 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Sun 5/1012:40 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop32h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/18![Korean Air logo]()
$728
One-way flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Shanghai to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/209:55 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop37h 05m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/19![XiamenAir logo]()
$403
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/811:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Fri 9/1811:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Thu 9/310:10 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/244:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop18h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/18![XiamenAir logo]()
$416
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1911:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$418
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Tue 6/1611:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 6/911:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$425
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 9/1511:55 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$432
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 9/86:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$433
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 6/51:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop22h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/22![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$435
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1312:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 3/19![XiamenAir logo]()
$435
Find flight deals from Shanghai to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.
Round-trip from | $666 (oojo) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $403 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $855 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 March 23, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/4
11:10 am-10:40 am
1 stop14h 30m
San Francisco
Fri 9/4
12:50 pm-9:40 am
1 stop29h 50m
$725
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 4/29
11:10 am-10:40 am
1 stop14h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 5/9
12:40 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop16h 30m
$728
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/4
8:50 am-10:40 am
1 stop16h 50m
San Francisco
Sun 9/6
12:50 pm-9:40 am
1 stop29h 50m
$730
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 6/1
8:35 am-7:50 am
1 stop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Tue 9/15
10:10 am-11:45 am
1 stop34h 35m
$743
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 6/4
6:25 pm-10:40 am
1 stop31h 15m
San Francisco
Fri 9/4
12:50 pm-5:05 pm
1 stop37h 15m
$744
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 6/25
10:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop19h 25m
San Francisco
Thu 9/17
11:50 pm-9:45 am
1 stop18h 55m
$842
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 6/1
1:40 pm-9:40 am
1 stop35h 00m
Los Angeles
Mon 6/29
12:30 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop32h 55m
$855
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 6/4
10:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop19h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 9/6
11:50 pm-9:45 am
1 stop18h 55m
$879
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 9/7
10:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop19h 25m
San Francisco
Tue 2/16
11:50 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop25h 25m
$880
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 9/6
10:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop19h 25m
San Francisco
Thu 2/18
11:50 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop25h 25m
$880
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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California
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PVG-LAX
PVG-SFO
SHA-LAX
PVG-SJC
SHA-SFO
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PVG-LAX
PVG-SFO
SHA-LAX
PVG-SJC
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to California?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $438). Flying from Shanghai to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $788). 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 Shanghai 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 March 23, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to California?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to California. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai to California?
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 March 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Shanghai to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Food
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai 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 March 23, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$438 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$441 | Average$836 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$550 | Average$776 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$570 | Average$789 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$573 | Average$661 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$620 | Average$688 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$635 | Average$861 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$649 | Average$1,245 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$674 | Average$757 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$674 | Average$854 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |