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$426+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/231:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/139:45 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop31h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/20$713
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/234:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/319:45 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop22h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/21$714
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 12/216:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Sat 1/311:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 10/21$728
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 11/136:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Thu 12/411:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 10/20$732
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:00 pmSHA - SFO
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:30 amSFO - SHA
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$781
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops21h 50mChina Southern
Mon 12/2911:35 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops25h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 10/21$830
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 11/131:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/49:45 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop22h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/20$835
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/219:30 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops42h 56mAir China
Wed 12/3112:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 55mAir China
Deal found 10/21$851
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/219:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops37h 50mChina Southern
Mon 12/2911:35 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 10/21$886
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/238:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop29h 00mAir China
Fri 1/29:15 amSFO - SHA
2 stops32h 40mAir China
Deal found 10/21$902
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/169:30 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops41h 29mAir China
Sun 11/236:00 amSFO - SHA
2 stops24h 55mAir China
Deal found 10/19$905
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/247:45 amSHA - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAir China
Wed 12/3112:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Deal found 10/21$911

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$713
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$426
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$774
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

10:55 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$713

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/21

10:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop38h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

11:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$713

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/16

1:35 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

10:55 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$713

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/21

10:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

10:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$714

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$714

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/21

10:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$714

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$714

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$714

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/13

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$724

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$728

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Deals found on 10/19

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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 Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Hongqiao Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco is 23 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $635). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco, such as Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and China Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,988 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
173 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. 6 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Departing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco will take you 20h 25m. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 6150 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $642. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $649 and $708, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $635). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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 6 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$642Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$708Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$744Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$765Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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