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$461+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China 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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,012
(Delta)

One-way from

$461
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 6/305:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops30h 49mDelta
Thu 7/311:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops34h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,012
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 11/145:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops22h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2011:02 amSAN - SHA
2 stops30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,013
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops22h 14mAir China
Wed 11/198:00 amSAN - SHA
2 stops21h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,022
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/268:25 amPVG - SAN
2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/117:50 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/251:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops49h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/288:45 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/308:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops30h 11mAsiana Airlines
Fri 8/16:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:00 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/115:00 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,311
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/294:05 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop34h 05mJapan Airlines
Thu 7/311:35 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop33h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,388
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/34:35 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops22h 09mAir China
Sat 8/28:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 50mAir China
Deal found 6/11$1,393
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/251:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops33h 17mANA
Sat 10/1111:08 amSAN - PVG
2 stops46h 27mANA
Deal found 6/11$1,412
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/231:35 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops21h 07mANA
Sat 10/411:08 amSAN - SHA
2 stops34h 07mANA
Deal found 6/12$1,717
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/251:55 amPVG - SAN
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Sat 10/115:15 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$2,606

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to San Diego that are best for you.

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Price

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/30

5:30 pm-9:19 am

2 stops30h 49m

San Diego

Thu 7/31

1:30 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,012

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/14

5:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops22h 14m

San Diego

Thu 11/20

11:02 am-9:55 am

2 stops30h 53m

$1,013

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/14

5:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops22h 14m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

8:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$1,022

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/8

8:35 am-8:01 pm

2 stops26h 26m

San Diego

Fri 7/11

6:15 am-8:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$1,131

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

8:25 am-7:52 pm

2 stops26h 27m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

7:50 pm-12:35 am

2 stops37h 45m

$1,144

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/25

1:30 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops49h 16m

San Diego

Sat 6/28

8:45 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,165

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

5:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

5:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,311

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/29

4:05 pm-11:10 am

1 stop34h 05m

San Diego

Thu 7/31

1:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,388

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/3

4:35 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops22h 09m

San Diego

Sat 8/2

8:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,393

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/20

10:10 am-10:28 pm

2 stops51h 18m

San Diego

Wed 10/1

1:59 pm-7:40 am

2 stops50h 41m

$1,491

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to San Diego

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

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Shanghai to San Diego. 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
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

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 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?

    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. Booking flights from Shanghai to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $519. Air China flights start at $639 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $732 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Shanghai to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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