$425+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to California
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SHA — LAX
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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 February 3, 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 February 3, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/203:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 37m
Air Canada
Mon 9/2112:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/1![Air Canada logo]()
$585
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/143:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 5/910:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$615
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/511:30 am
PVG
- LAX
2 stops20h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/316:30 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/211:30 am
PVG
- SFO
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/287:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 6/164:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop36h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Mon 7/64:55 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$674
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 6/193:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 8/1611:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$678
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/273:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 30m
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 4/210:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$684
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/2712:50 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/1010:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$687
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/241:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 5/1311:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop24h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$688
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 6/104:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop13h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Fri 12/411:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop18h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$688
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/274:25 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop15h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 7/411:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$690
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/68:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 12/111:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop20h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$690
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 February 3, 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 February 3, 2026.
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/183:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 5/1710:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$615
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 6/164:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop36h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Fri 7/104:55 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$703
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/1010:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 12/511:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop25h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$709
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 3/1912:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/2611:55 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$713
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 5/201:20 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop36h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 7/1912:25 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop20h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$715
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 6/193:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 7/1211:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$734
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/206:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 05m
Korean Air
Tue 7/71:10 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop36h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/1![Korean Air logo]()
$745
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/231:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops39h 13m
United Airlines
Tue 3/36:10 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop20h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$817
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/1411:20 am
PVG
- SJC
2 stops37h 08m
EVA Air
Tue 6/27:59 pm
SJC
- PVG
2 stops25h 06m
EVA Air
Deal found 2/3![EVA Air logo]()
$1,137
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/312:05 pm
PVG
- SNA
2 stops39h 06m
China Airlines
Tue 3/245:20 pm
SNA
- PVG
2 stops26h 30m
China Airlines
Deal found 2/2![China Airlines logo]()
$1,418
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/1910:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop26h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 3/49:15 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop23h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$716
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 5/268:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/510:40 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/56:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 05m
Korean Air
Wed 3/1812:40 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/2![Korean Air logo]()
$745
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop33h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/310:35 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop21h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/31![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$716
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/241:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 7/610:40 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/31:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 3/246:15 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/2711:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 7/111:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop30h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/47:10 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 3/1111:55 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$724
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 3/31:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop15h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 4/286:00 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 5/268:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop23h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Fri 7/311:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 4/18:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop17h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 4/511:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/31![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$724
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/271:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop20h 11m
United Airlines
Mon 4/276:00 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 5/2311:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 7/111:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop24h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 5/272:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 7/11:25 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop20h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$724
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 3/41:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop15h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 4/275:10 am
ONT
- PVG
2 stops21h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/205:30 pm
PVG
- SJC
1 stop31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/152:00 pm
SJC
- PVG
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,138
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 5/304:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop13h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/1911:30 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 3/71:35 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 3/2012:25 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop41h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$724
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 3/31:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop15h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 4/305:00 am
ONT
- PVG
2 stops21h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/104:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop13h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 11/3011:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop18h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
Last-minute flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/2712:50 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/1010:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop22h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$687
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/211:30 am
PVG
- SFO
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/287:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/34:40 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2411:55 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$697
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/411:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 3/911:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$690
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/48:25 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 3/1111:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$700
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/511:30 am
PVG
- LAX
2 stops20h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/316:30 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/1011:30 am
PVG
- SFO
2 stops24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/228:23 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops38h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$697
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/111:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 9/511:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$690
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 3/1912:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/2611:55 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$713
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/241:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 5/1311:30 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop24h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$688
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/265:30 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop19h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 4/21:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/273:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 30m
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 4/210:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$684
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 February 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/161:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops39h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Tue 2/171:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop15h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/181:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/161:30 pm
PVG
- SNA
1 stop14h 48m
Air China
Deal found 1/31![Air China logo]()
$438
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/33:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$440
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sun 3/159:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop37h 30m
Air China
Deal found 2/1![Air China logo]()
$440
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/181:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop14h 41m
Air China
Deal found 2/2![Air China logo]()
$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 3/14:40 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop18h 25m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$442
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/98:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop39h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$443
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sun 4/53:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/1111:45 am
PVG
- LAX
2 stops48h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$446
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/810:30 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop36h 40m
Air China
Deal found 2/2![Air China logo]()
$446
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 February 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $585 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $425 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $964 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 February 3, 2026.
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
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 4/18
3:10 pm-5:55 pm
1 stop41h 45m
San Francisco
Sun 5/17
10:50 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop22h 50m
$615
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/16
4:00 pm-1:45 pm
1 stop36h 45m
Los Angeles
Fri 7/10
4:55 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop30h 35m
$703
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/10
10:55 am-3:00 pm
1 stop19h 05m
San Francisco
Sat 12/5
11:50 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop25h 25m
$709
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 3/19
12:10 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop22h 50m
Los Angeles
Thu 3/26
11:55 am-12:20 pm
1 stop33h 25m
$713
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 5/20
1:20 pm-10:45 am
1 stop36h 25m
Los Angeles
Sun 7/19
12:25 am-12:05 pm
1 stop20h 40m
$715
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 2/19
10:30 pm-9:15 am
1 stop26h 45m
Los Angeles
Wed 3/4
9:15 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop23h 05m
$716
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 2/23
10:30 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop33h 50m
Los Angeles
Tue 3/3
10:35 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop21h 45m
$716
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 5/26
8:35 am-4:50 pm
1 stop23h 15m
Los Angeles
Sun 7/5
10:40 am-8:55 pm
1 stop19h 15m
$720
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 5/24
1:10 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop18h 40m
Los Angeles
Mon 7/6
10:40 am-8:55 pm
1 stop19h 15m
$720
ShanghaiLos Angeles
PVG - LAX
PVGLAX
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 5/27
11:35 am-4:50 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Los Angeles
Wed 7/1
11:30 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop30h 25m
$720
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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California
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PVG-SFO
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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 $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.
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 February 3, 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 21% 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 January 31, 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 February 3, 2026.
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.
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
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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 February 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$410 | Average$1,128 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$438 | Average$1,003 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$441 | Average$825 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$525 | Average$586 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$550 | Average$768 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$564 | Average$779 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$618 | Average$685 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$633 | Average$892 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$635 | Average$861 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$649 | Average$1,277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |