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$498+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to California flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$736
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$498
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,290
From Shanghai to California
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to California
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 julio 31, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/308:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
vie. 9/51:25 amLAX - PVG
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/31$736
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/301:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop24h 15mCathay Pacific
vie. 9/51:25 amLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/31$736
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/266:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop28h 05mChina Southern
dom. 11/1610:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 7/28$739
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/233:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
mar. 11/189:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/28$741
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/294:55 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 15mPhilippine Airlines
sáb. 3/2111:10 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop25h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/30$745
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lun. 9/158:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 10mAir China
mar. 9/3010:00 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops32h 55mAir China
Deal found 7/30$745
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
dom. 9/74:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/215:15 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$761
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/228:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop37h 50mAir China
lun. 10/2011:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop32h 25mAir China
Deal found 7/29$768
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
mar. 9/29:05 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/711:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$776
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/318:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop22h 25mAsiana Airlines
vie. 12/129:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/30$778
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/196:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
lun. 3/3012:40 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$795
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/291:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAsiana Airlines
mié. 12/1011:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop29h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/29$796

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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 julio 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 8/30

8:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop17h 45m

Los Angeles

vie. 9/5

1:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 40m

$736

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 8/30

1:20 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Los Angeles

vie. 9/5

1:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$736

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 9/26

6:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Los Angeles

vie. 11/21

10:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 25m

$739

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/23

3:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Los Angeles

mar. 11/18

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$741

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 11/29

4:55 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/21

11:10 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$745

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 9/15

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$745

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 9/7

4:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

Los Angeles

dom. 9/21

5:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$761

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 9/22

8:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

lun. 10/20

11:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$768

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 9/2

9:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Los Angeles

dom. 9/7

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$776

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 10/31

8:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

vie. 12/12

9:10 am-8:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$778

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai 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.

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 julio 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $500. Air China flights start at $503 while deals on Asiana Airlines start at $523 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Shanghai to California is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Los Angeles or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Francisco.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai 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 to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Shanghai to California

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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$438Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$441Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$525Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$564Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$626Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China SouthernCheapest$648Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$716Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$825Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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