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$785+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Oakland, CA (OAK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — OAK
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Oakland (OAK). 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$889
(CheapTickets)

One-way from

$785
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,306
From Shanghai to Oakland
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:35 pmSHA - OAK
2 stops25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/186:15 amOAK - SHA
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$889
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:15 pmPVG - OAK
2 stops26h 23mEVA Air
Fri 3/207:00 amOAK - PVG
2 stops44h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 7/29$1,251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:00 pmPVG - OAK
2 stops21h 53mDelta
Thu 4/25:55 amOAK - PVG
2 stops22h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/30$1,375
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/212:00 pmPVG - OAK
2 stops39h 36mKorean Air
Wed 4/17:00 amOAK - PVG
2 stops22h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$1,486
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:25 pmSHA - OAK
2 stops35h 30mKorean Air
Thu 4/27:00 amOAK - SHA
2 stops43h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$1,536
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/252:45 pmPVG - OAK
3 stops49h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/111:00 amOAK - PVG
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,216
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:35 amPVG - OAK
2 stops36h 28mQatar Airways
Sun 9/216:15 amOAK - PVG
2 stops43h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$2,345

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Oakland 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Oakland that are best for you.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiOakland

SHA - OAK

SHAOAK

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/11

1:35 pm-12:04 am

2 stops25h 29m

Oakland

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$889

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

1:15 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Oakland

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-6:25 pm

2 stops44h 25m

$1,251

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/26

6:00 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops21h 53m

Oakland

Thu 4/2

5:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$1,375

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/21

2:00 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops39h 36m

Oakland

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$1,486

ShanghaiOakland

SHA - OAK

SHAOAK

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/18

6:25 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Oakland

Thu 4/2

7:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$1,536

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/25

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops49h 14m

Oakland

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$2,216

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/11

12:35 am-10:03 pm

2 stops36h 28m

Oakland

Sun 9/21

6:15 am-4:20 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$2,345

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/12

8:05 pm-12:04 am

2 stops18h 59m

$785

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

5:30 pm-11:56 am

2 stops33h 26m

$795

ShanghaiOakland

PVG - OAK

PVGOAK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/22

12:05 pm-12:04 am

2 stops26h 59m

$854

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Shanghai to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and China Airlines from Shanghai to Oakland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Oakland. 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 Oakland from Shanghai?

    For a flight from Shanghai to Oakland, you will be flying into Oakland. Oakland (OAK) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Oakland is the only Oakland airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Shanghai per day. 0 airlines have flights to Oakland from Shanghai on a regular basis.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $785 on EVA Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $795 and China Airlines from $854 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Shanghai to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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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