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$332+ 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop26h 40mAir China
Tue 1/138:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Deal found 10/28$567
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/314:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Sun 11/29:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/27$573
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/284:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Sun 11/309:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/30$574
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/44:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Tue 11/49:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/28$593
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/87:55 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Fri 1/169:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/29$594
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/911:40 amSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 20mAir China
Tue 1/208:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/30$594
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/67:55 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Fri 1/169:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops45h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/30$595
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1510:05 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$596
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/2712:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 50mXiamenAir
Sun 11/3010:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/30$598
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/44:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Tue 1/139:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/28$599
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Tue 1/69:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/29$600
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop26h 40mAir China
Tue 1/68:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop24h 25mAir China
Deal found 10/28$608

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$574
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$332
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$996
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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to California that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/27

12:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

10:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop19h 55m

$598

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

3:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop41h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

9:10 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$611

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/9

11:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

1:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$628

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/5

11:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

10:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$662

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/10

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

10:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$662

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/5

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

1:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$662

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/7

8:55 am-10:00 am

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

8:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop21h 30m

$690

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/6

2:50 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$697

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/12

1:10 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

11:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$704

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

2:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/6

10:45 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$704

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
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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, 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $848). 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to California in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Cathay 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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
1,155 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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
8.2
Very good
484 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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!!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,155 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

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!!

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.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Shanghai to California in 22h 20m. Fly via XiamenAir, Vietnam Airlines, or Air China to get the fastest option. The distance between Shanghai and California is about 6485 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $374. Cathay Pacific flights start at $385 while deals on United Airlines start at $562 one-way.

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

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

  • 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, 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $848). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$410Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$425Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$441Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$525Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$564Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$618Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
XiamenAirCheapest$635Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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