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$439+ 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco are usually found in November or December, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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 January 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$768
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$439
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,257
Provider with most accurate pricing for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($316 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 January 23, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sun 3/91:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Sun 3/1611:55 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop21h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/22$768
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/227:45 amSHA - SFO
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Sat 3/112:05 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Deal found 1/23$783
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 3/88:50 amSHA - SFO
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Sat 9/612:35 amSFO - SHA
1 stop30h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 1/23$798
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Fri 3/77:45 amSHA - SFO
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/143:30 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$822
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/131:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop35h 35mANA
Wed 2/1912:20 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 05mANA
Deal found 1/23$893
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop26h 10mEVA Air
Wed 10/81:10 amSFO - SHA
1 stop24h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 1/22$1,303
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:10 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mAsiana Airlines
Thu 10/910:50 amSFO - SHA
2 stops39h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/22$2,137
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 1/278:00 amSHA - SFO
2 stops27h 45mKorean Air
Sun 2/2311:40 amSFO - SHA
1 stop33h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 1/23$9,841

Find flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco within your budget

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ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/9

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$768

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 2/22

7:45 am-9:50 am

1 stop18h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

12:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$783

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/8

8:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

12:35 am-10:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$798

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/7

7:45 am-12:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

3:30 pm-9:10 am

2 stops26h 40m

$822

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/13

1:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop35h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

12:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$893

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/19

7:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop35h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

12:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$5,423

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/21

6:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop35h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

11:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$5,582

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/5

1:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$439

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/9

7:35 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$448

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/16

7:55 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 35m

$452

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Compare providers for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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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Travel insights for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 January 23, 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 39% 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 January 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, China Southern and Cathay Pacific from Shanghai to San Francisco to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
1,251 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
849 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
466 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

7.5
Good
830 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,037 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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