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$345+ Cheap flights from California to Shanghai, China

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
Mrz 7 — Mrz 141
Sa 3/7
Sa 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from California to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Februar 5, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 4/1011:10 pm
ONT
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PVG
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 4/209:00 am
PVG
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ONT
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$642
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Fr 4/1011:10 pm
ONT
-
PVG
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 4/279:00 am
PVG
-
ONT
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$647
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 4/311:10 pm
ONT
-
PVG
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 4/209:00 am
PVG
-
ONT
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$661
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 11/69:30 pm
LAX
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
So 11/294:40 pm
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/2$668
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fr 10/912:25 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop20h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sa 10/247:05 pm
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop17h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/3$670
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Do 9/311:55 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop26h 05m
XiamenAir
Do 9/173:10 pm
SHA
-
LAX
2 stops19h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/3$670
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Do 3/510:45 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop19h 55m
XiamenAir
Mi 3/119:45 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop37h 15m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/3$671
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 10/212:25 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop20h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sa 10/172:30 pm
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2$672
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 4/2611:55 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop20h 05m
XiamenAir
Do 5/282:10 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/2$672
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 4/2612:25 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop20h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sa 5/22:30 pm
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2$673
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 3/1511:55 am
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Fr 3/208:30 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop16h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/2$674
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Di 3/179:55 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop21h 30m
Air China
Sa 3/285:40 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/4$674

Find flight deals from California to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated Februar 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$642
(oojo)

One-way from

$345
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$968
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Shanghai 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 Februar 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Fr 4/24

11:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop42h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mo 4/27

7:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop40h 10m

$677

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

So 4/5

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fr 4/24

4:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

$680

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

So 4/26

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 5/2

1:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$684

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Fr 4/17

11:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mo 4/27

1:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$684

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

So 3/29

12:25 pm-11:05 am

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

So 4/19

12:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$688

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Do 3/19

11:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sa 3/28

2:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 00m

$704

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Do 3/12

11:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fr 3/20

1:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$705

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mi 3/11

11:43 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 3/18

11:20 am-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$735

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mo 3/9

11:43 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 3/19

11:20 am-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$735

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mi 3/11

11:43 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 3/17

8:50 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$735

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Best time to book a flight from California to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $479). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $823). 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 CA to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Februar 5, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 94% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Shanghai?

    For as low as $735, Sichuan Airlines can have you in Shanghai from California in 31h 02m. California and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6467 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $303 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from ANA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sichuan Airlines and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $304 and $328, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Shanghai?

    The most popular route from California to Shanghai is San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or San Francisco - Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Shanghai 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 California to Shanghai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $479). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $823). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Shanghai. 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 Februar 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$415Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$530Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$548Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$581Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$599Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$645Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$646Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$666Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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