$496+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 18, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 18, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/152:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop28h 45m
ANA
Sat 1/212:20 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop29h 05m
ANA
Deal found 5/12![ANA logo]()
$715
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1412:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/16![Air Canada logo]()
$717
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/168:20 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$723
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/181:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 45m
ANA
Sat 1/212:20 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop32h 55m
ANA
Deal found 5/15![ANA logo]()
$724
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/218:30 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 45m
ANA
Fri 1/112:20 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop29h 05m
ANA
Deal found 5/14![ANA logo]()
$725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/113:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 44m
Air Canada
Tue 9/157:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/17![Air Canada logo]()
$728
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Thu 8/2712:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/13![Air Canada logo]()
$748
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/911:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 50m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 8/1111:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$761
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/91:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/1211:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$762
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/1211:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$810
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/96:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Tue 6/3012:40 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/16![Korean Air logo]()
$813
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 6/146:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Tue 8/41:10 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop36h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/16![Korean Air logo]()
$817
Best flights from Shanghai to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 6/1711:10 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Tue 8/41:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop29h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/16![Korean Air logo]()
$798
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 10/1810:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$875
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop21h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 5/3011:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$900
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/93:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops40h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1210:45 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$916
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/214:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Mon 10/1912:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$974
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/171:20 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/1512:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop20h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$996
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 6/177:40 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop35h 30m
EVA Air
Sat 8/11:25 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 05m
EVA Air
Deal found 5/16![EVA Air logo]()
$1,065
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/912:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 7/124:25 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop34h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Fri 7/35:30 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops20h 55m
Delta
Fri 7/1710:55 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/17![Delta logo]()
$1,263
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/710:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 6/2911:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,035
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 6/2810:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 7/231:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,075
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Thu 8/271:05 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop29h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 10/1811:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop21h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,046
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 6/2810:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 7/282:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,075
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 10/612:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 11/118:21 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop18h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$1,266
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 6/2810:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 7/262:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop34h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,075
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 6/1810:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 8/111:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,096
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Tue 10/612:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/14![Korean Air logo]()
$1,346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/78:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1112:55 pm
SFO
- PVG
Nonstop13h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,271
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 6/2810:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop27h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 7/281:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop28h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,128
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Thu 6/1110:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop27h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/152:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/18![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,158
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/124:50 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop21h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 6/281:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop23h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/15![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,384
Last-minute flights from Shanghai to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco. Data last updated May 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco. Data last updated May 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/293:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Thu 8/2712:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/13![Air Canada logo]()
$765
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1412:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/16![Air Canada logo]()
$717
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Thu 8/2712:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops34h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/13![Air Canada logo]()
$748
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Wed 6/33:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Sat 11/288:19 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops39h 41m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/17![Air Canada logo]()
$777
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Mon 6/83:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops38h 14m
Air Canada
Sat 11/288:19 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops39h 41m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/17![Air Canada logo]()
$764
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/911:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 50m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 8/1111:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$761
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/91:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/1211:20 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$762
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 7/1211:20 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$810
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/96:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Tue 6/3012:40 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/16![Korean Air logo]()
$813
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/113:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 44m
Air Canada
Tue 9/157:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/17![Air Canada logo]()
$728
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/168:20 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$723
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/243:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 37m
Air Canada
Tue 9/157:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/15![Air Canada logo]()
$766
One-way flights from Shanghai to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Shanghai to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:50 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/15![Korean Air logo]()
$496
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/282:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/262:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$498
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/304:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$500
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:50 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/13![Korean Air logo]()
$501
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:50 pm
SHA
- SFO
2 stops40h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 5/13![China Southern logo]()
$502
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/18:50 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/15![Korean Air logo]()
$502
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:05 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop29h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$504
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Sat 5/303:55 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops35h 18m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/14![Air Canada logo]()
$505
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Thu 10/293:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$509
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Sun 10/186:10 pm
SHA
- SFO
2 stops28h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$510
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$510
Find flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) 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 May 18, 2026.
Round-trip from | $717 (Air Canada) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $496 (Jettzy) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,233 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 6/17
11:10 am-10:40 am
1 stop14h 30m
San Francisco
Tue 8/4
1:10 pm-9:40 am
1 stop29h 30m
$798
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 9/18
3:10 pm-5:55 pm
1 stop41h 45m
San Francisco
Sun 10/18
10:50 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop22h 50m
$875
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 5/27
8:35 am-3:30 pm
1 stop21h 55m
San Francisco
Sat 5/30
11:20 pm-10:05 am
1 stop19h 45m
$900
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/9
3:55 pm-5:16 pm
2 stops40h 21m
San Francisco
Sun 7/12
10:45 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops24h 20m
$916
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 9/21
4:00 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop20h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 10/19
12:30 am-2:30 pm
1 stop23h 00m
$974
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/17
1:20 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop24h 55m
San Francisco
Tue 9/15
12:20 am-12:05 pm
1 stop20h 45m
$996
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 6/7
10:55 am-3:30 pm
1 stop19h 35m
San Francisco
Mon 6/29
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
$1,035
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 8/27
1:05 am-4:00 pm
1 stop29h 55m
San Francisco
Sun 10/18
11:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop21h 25m
$1,046
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/17
7:40 pm-4:10 pm
1 stop35h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 8/1
1:25 am-4:30 pm
1 stop24h 05m
$1,065
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 6/28
10:30 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop39h 45m
San Francisco
Thu 7/23
1:20 am-12:05 pm
1 stop19h 45m
$1,075
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?
Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Shanghai to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco (average of $410). Flying from Shanghai to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $897). 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 Shanghai 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 May 18, 2026.
When flying from Shanghai to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai to San Francisco?
How often are flights from Shanghai to San Francisco delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Shanghai and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.
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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 May 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to San Francisco, such as Korean Air,Asiana Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJacqueline,Aug 2025
ICN - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$410 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$437 | Average$790 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$605 | Average$758 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$649 | Average$1,334 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$674 | Average$773 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$708 | Average$827 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$785 | Average$1,195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,119 | Average$1,467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,222 | Average$1,233 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% |