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$467+ 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or February, 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$962
(China Southern)

One-way from

$467
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,598
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco
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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 July 2, 2025.

This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 10/229:50 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops37h 40mChina Southern
Tue 4/2112:35 amSFO - SHA
1 stop23h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/1$962
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 10/46:25 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop31h 15mKorean Air
Sun 10/512:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 6/30$995
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 10/221:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop19h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 4/2112:20 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/2$1,016
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:10 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mAsiana Airlines
Wed 10/811:30 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop26h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,057
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:50 amSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:50 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,100
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 7/211:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mANA
Sun 8/31:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 30mANA
Deal found 7/1$1,346
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 8/68:55 amSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 35mAir China
Wed 8/271:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop18h 40mAir China
Deal found 7/1$1,461

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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 July 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/22

9:50 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

12:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$962

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/4

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$995

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/22

1:20 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

12:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,016

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/6

6:10 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop36h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

11:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,057

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/4

10:50 am-8:40 pm

1 stop24h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$1,100

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/21

1:35 pm-10:55 am

1 stop36h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

1:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,346

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 8/6

8:55 am-10:30 am

1 stop16h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,461

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/13

6:10 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$467

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/18

10:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop27h 45m

$481

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/15

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 05m

$485

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

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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 June 27, 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 $360). 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 July 2, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 July 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco, such as Korean Air, ANA, and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,505 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
452 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
922 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

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. 8 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.

  • 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 $962. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Korean Air and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $995 and $1,016, respectively. These flights start at 6% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    $467 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Asiana Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Korean Air, with prices starting from $481 and $485, respectively.

  • 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, 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 $360). 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 8 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$667Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Cathay PacificCheapest$751Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$765Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$806Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ANACheapest$890Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$1,336Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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