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$477+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SHA — LAX
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$745
(Air China)

One-way from

$477
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,476
From Shanghai to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/208:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 10mAir China
Thu 10/3011:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 8/6$745
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/274:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 10/1111:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/5$746
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 10/158:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop38h 45mAir China
Mon 10/2711:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 8/6$747
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/264:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop32h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 10/1111:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/7$748
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Tue 12/94:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/711:20 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/5$748
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 9/56:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop28h 50mAsiana Airlines
Thu 9/1111:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop27h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/7$760
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 10/64:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 50mChina Southern
Sat 10/2511:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 8/6$762
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 11/278:05 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop38h 05mChina Southern
Mon 12/110:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop24h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 8/6$765
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/208:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 10mAir China
Fri 10/3111:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 8/6$766
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 10/1510:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop36h 40mAir China
Sun 11/21:20 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop28h 35mAir China
Deal found 8/6$769
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/254:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop32h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 10/1112:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/7$771
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop30h 35mAir China
Mon 10/611:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Deal found 8/7$778

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles 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 August 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/20

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/30

11:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

$745

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/27

4:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$746

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

8:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

11:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

$747

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

4:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$748

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/5

6:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

11:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$760

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/6

4:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

11:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$762

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/29

4:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$765

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/20

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

11:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

$766

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

4:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

12:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$769

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

10:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop36h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

11:25 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 30m

$769

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PVG

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Shanghai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Los Angeles in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Shanghai to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
470 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
956 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Los Angeles from Shanghai, you will be flying to Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 3 flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $745, Air China will fly you from Shanghai to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Air China, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Philippine Airlines and Asiana Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $746 and $760, respectively. Air China is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles. 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 August 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$438Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$441Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$525Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$564Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$626Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China SouthernCheapest$648Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$716Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$825Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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