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$717+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SAN
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,195
(Expedia)

One-way from

$717
(Air China)
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2112:30 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops39h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/45:17 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops27h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,134
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 1/211:40 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops22h 14m
ANA
Wed 2/48:37 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops23h 48m
ANA
Deal found 1/14$1,283
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/119:30 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/710:45 am
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,707
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Fri 4/1712:25 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/226:10 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,735
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/241:35 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops22h 42m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 2/34:00 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops28h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/13$2,112
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/1910:30 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops37h 52m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 2/16:43 am
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops37h 37m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/13$2,233
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/1910:30 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops37h 52m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 2/54:00 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops28h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/13$2,410
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/1910:30 pm
SHA
-
SAN
2 stops37h 52m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 2/65:17 pm
SAN
-
SHA
2 stops27h 03m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/13$2,610

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/11

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

San Diego

Fri 8/7

10:45 am-10:00 am

2 stops32h 15m

$1,707

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/17

12:25 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops38h 35m

San Diego

Wed 4/22

6:10 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,735

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/20

5:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$717

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/21

1:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops36h 50m

$1,048

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/21

9:50 pm-3:46 pm

3 stops33h 56m

$1,081

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/14

Compare providers for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego. 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 San Diego from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Booking flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from 1 airline.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $1,007.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Diego. 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 January 15, 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,007Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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