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$374+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
nov. 19 — nov. 261
mié. 11/19
mié. 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$676
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$374
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$948
From California to Shanghai
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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 octubre 20, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/49:10 amLAX - SHA
1 stop32h 35mAsiana Airlines
dom. 12/2110:55 amSHA - LAX
1 stop35h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/20$676
This Air China 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/610:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 30mAir China
jue. 11/135:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/20$678
This Asiana Airlines 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/199:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
dom. 12/74:25 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop14h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/19$680
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/289:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop22h 30mAir China
mar. 11/119:30 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops53h 13mAir China
Deal found 10/18$680
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.
mié. 10/2212:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
jue. 11/68:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/19$681
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.
mié. 10/2212:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
mié. 11/51:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/19$681
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/309:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/106:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$682
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2510:45 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops23h 05mXiamenAir
mié. 12/106:15 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops40h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/19$683
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.
vie. 11/289:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/212:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$684
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
mar. 10/2112:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
dom. 11/168:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/17$685
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1010:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
jue. 11/203:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/18$685
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/149:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
lun. 12/2911:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/18$686

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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 octubre 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

mié. 11/19

9:10 am-9:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/7

4:25 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$680

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 1/13

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 1/22

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$681

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

sáb. 12/6

9:10 am-10:05 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/20

11:35 am-6:50 am

1 stop35h 15m

$695

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

jue. 11/6

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 12/27

1:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$732

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

lun. 1/5

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 1/17

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$756

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 11/19

10:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 12/5

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$758

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mar. 11/18

11:40 am-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 12/3

8:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

$767

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mié. 11/26

11:40 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 12/3

11:20 am-9:30 am

1 stop14h 10m

$767

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

mar. 10/28

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/5

8:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

$767

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

mié. 11/5

9:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 11/24

10:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 15m

$771

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $448). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 octubre 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 $767, Asiana Airlines can have you in Shanghai from California in 16h 45m. California and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6133 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?

    $402 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 Air China and China Eastern, with prices starting from $435 and $438, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $448). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 octubre 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$645Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$669Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$673Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$674Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China EasternCheapest$708Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$750Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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