$486+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to California
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SHA — LAX
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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 June 27, 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 June 27, 2026.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 6/233:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops40h 21m
Air Canada
Wed 9/168:31 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops38h 34m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/22![Air Canada logo]()
$762
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 9/81:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 9/1611:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$782
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 10/181:05 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop31h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 10/2111:00 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop20h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$783
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 10/2111:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 50m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 10/2511:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$783
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/121:05 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop21h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 10/1710:10 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop32h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$784
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 50m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 9/1311:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$784
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/83:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Air Canada
Wed 9/167:30 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/24![Air Canada logo]()
$790
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Wed 12/165:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/310:45 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$794
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 9/83:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/169:07 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops25h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$796
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 12/172:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/58:19 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops39h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$797
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1210:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 9/1611:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$803
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:35 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 46m
Air Canada
Wed 11/186:10 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/27![Air Canada logo]()
$850
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 June 27, 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 June 27, 2026.
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1210:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 9/1611:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$803
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Wed 10/213:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 10/2510:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$874
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 9/710:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/161:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop35h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/25![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$995
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 9/1012:10 pm
PVG
- SJC
2 stops23h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 9/136:37 pm
SJC
- PVG
2 stops32h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,007
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/138:50 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Korean Air
Sat 8/151:00 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop16h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/25![Korean Air logo]()
$1,114
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop34h 20m
Delta
Sat 10/35:15 pm
LAX
- PVG
2 stops35h 35m
Delta
Deal found 6/22![Delta logo]()
$1,126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sat 8/154:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/225:24 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops25h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 10/296:10 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/14:09 pm
ONT
- PVG
2 stops54h 31m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,200
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Thu 7/2310:10 am
SHA
- LAX
1 stop24h 50m
XiamenAir
Thu 7/3011:55 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop29h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/25![XiamenAir logo]()
$1,204
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2512:05 pm
PVG
- ONT
1 stop20h 55m
China Airlines
Sun 10/412:10 am
ONT
- PVG
1 stop19h 40m
China Airlines
Deal found 6/23![China Airlines logo]()
$1,448
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1512:45 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop16h 30m
Japan Airlines
Tue 8/111:15 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop19h 05m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,448
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:10 pm
PVG
- SJC
1 stop16h 04m
China Eastern
Sun 9/137:00 am
SJC
- PVG
1 stop19h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/24![China Eastern logo]()
$1,533
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Wed 11/253:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 35m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 11/299:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$874
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 12/176:15 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop35h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 1/511:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop25h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$945
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Tue 9/84:50 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop33h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/1512:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop29h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/24![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$995
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 10/288:55 pm
PVG
- SJC
2 stops39h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 10/314:10 pm
SJC
- PVG
2 stops35h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,024
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Sun 12/131:35 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 12/2710:55 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/25![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$996
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 7/86:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 35m
Korean Air
Sun 7/121:10 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop36h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/26![Korean Air logo]()
$1,143
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/153:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 8/2210:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$1,041
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 11/251:35 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 11/2910:55 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/26![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 11/111:30 pm
PVG
- SNA
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 11/156:26 pm
SNA
- PVG
1 stop32h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 11/191:30 pm
PVG
- SNA
1 stop14h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 11/237:59 pm
SNA
- PVG
1 stop30h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,097
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/31:35 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop18h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 11/1610:35 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop21h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/23![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$999
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:25 pm
PVG
- LAX
Nonstop11h 59m
Delta
Sun 10/47:00 am
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/23![Delta logo]()
$1,346
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/1011:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop19h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 8/2011:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,231
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2012:50 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/2612:25 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,359
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/296:25 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop30h 45m
Korean Air
Tue 8/411:50 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/24![Korean Air logo]()
$1,282
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1612:45 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop16h 30m
Japan Airlines
Tue 8/111:15 am
LAX
- SHA
1 stop19h 05m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,451
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/11:35 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop18h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 11/1610:35 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop21h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/23![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$999
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/104:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 8/2611:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,234
Last-minute flights from Shanghai to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated June 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to California. Data last updated June 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/264:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Fri 7/312:25 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop35h 05m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$946
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Sat 6/274:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 7/1212:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$928
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 6/2711:40 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop20h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 7/1311:00 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop21h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$978
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/293:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Air Canada
Mon 7/2712:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/27![Air Canada logo]()
$906
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 6/293:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Air Canada
Mon 7/208:51 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop26h 14m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/25![Air Canada logo]()
$914
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/294:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 7/2612:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$925
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/294:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop32h 30m
Philippine Airlines
Mon 7/1311:45 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop23h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$973
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/211:40 am
PVG
- SFO
2 stops21h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/167:30 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$864
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/43:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 7/2910:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$926
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/510:05 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop36h 55m
China Southern
Mon 7/2011:50 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop29h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 6/23![China Southern logo]()
$964
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/59:45 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop37h 15m
China Southern
Mon 7/2011:50 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop20h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 6/23![China Southern logo]()
$985
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/173:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 8/1310:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$901
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 June 27, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 27, 2026.
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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
- LAX
1 stop35h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$486
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Thu 9/179:35 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop27h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/22![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 10/288:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$491
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Tue 7/79:05 am
SHA
- LAX
1 stop24h 55m
Air China
Deal found 6/26![Air China logo]()
$493
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 10/2510:50 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop35h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 6/26![China Southern logo]()
$495
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Sun 10/2512:15 pm
PVG
- LAX
2 stops22h 45m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/26![XiamenAir logo]()
$496
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1212:50 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 6/23![China Southern logo]()
$496
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 10/1511:40 am
SHA
- LAX
2 stops23h 20m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/24![XiamenAir logo]()
$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 9/84:50 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop33h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/22![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$499
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 10/245:40 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/25![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$500
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 9/114:50 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop20h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/25![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$500
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/161:20 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/23![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$501
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 June 27, 2026.
Round-trip from | $782 (Asiana Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $486 (Asiana Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | December |
Average price | $1,177 |
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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 June 27, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sat 9/12
10:55 am-3:30 pm
1 stop19h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 9/16
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
$803
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 10/21
3:10 pm-5:55 pm
1 stop41h 45m
San Francisco
Sun 10/25
10:10 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$874
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 11/25
3:25 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop41h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 11/29
9:10 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$874
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 12/17
6:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop35h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 1/5
11:50 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop25h 25m
$945
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 9/7
10:30 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop39h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 9/16
1:00 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop35h 35m
$995
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 9/8
4:50 pm-11:25 am
1 stop33h 35m
San Francisco
Tue 9/15
12:20 am-8:55 pm
1 stop29h 35m
$995
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 12/13
1:35 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop23h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 12/27
10:55 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop24h 25m
$996
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 11/25
1:35 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop23h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 11/29
10:55 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop24h 25m
$996
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 11/3
1:35 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop18h 45m
Los Angeles
Mon 11/16
10:35 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop21h 45m
$999
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 11/1
1:35 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop18h 45m
Los Angeles
Mon 11/16
10:35 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop21h 45m
$999
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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to California
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SHA-LAX
PVG-LAX
SHA-SFO
PVG-SJC
PVG-SNA
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CN2-USCA
SHA-LAX
PVG-LAX
SHA-SFO
PVG-SJC
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to California?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to California (average of $380). Flying from Shanghai to California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $682). 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 June 27, 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 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai to California?
How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to California?
The price you pay for your flight from Shanghai to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 June 20, 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.
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 June 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andChina Southern 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.
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Overall
8.4
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$410 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$437 | Average$790 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$472 | Average$801 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$550 | Average$757 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$572 | Average$661 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$595 | Average$1,060 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$620 | Average$689 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$625 | Average$1,300 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$648 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$708 | Average$761 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |