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$377+ 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
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 November 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$645
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$377
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$998
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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 November 6, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:45 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 30mANA
Sun 12/72:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 30mANA
Deal found 11/6$646
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 11/273:45 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 30mANA
Sat 12/62:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop31h 15mANA
Deal found 11/6$651
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Thu 12/42:00 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop21h 00mAir China
Deal found 11/5$651
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 11/1710:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 30mAir China
Mon 11/248:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir China
Deal found 11/6$652
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/28:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$653
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/28:20 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops33h 05mANA
Tue 12/92:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop31h 15mANA
Deal found 11/6$654
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 12/19:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
Sat 12/201:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop17h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/6$655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/1010:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 30mAir China
Tue 11/259:05 amSHA - LAX
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Deal found 11/5$655
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/47:25 amLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 50mANA
Wed 12/102:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 30mANA
Deal found 11/6$656
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:20 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop16h 20mAir China
Thu 11/273:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 11/5$656
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 11/2710:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Thu 12/182:45 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 15mAir China
Deal found 11/6$657
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Thu 12/1112:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 30mAir China
Deal found 11/3$658

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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 November 6, 2025.
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

Tue 12/2

8:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

1:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop36h 15m

$665

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Fri 1/9

10:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/20

9:50 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$672

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/22

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$681

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

9:10 am-9:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/13

1:10 pm-6:50 am

1 stop33h 40m

$695

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

9:10 am-9:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/17

1:10 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$695

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

11:30 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/14

8:25 am-6:50 am

1 stop14h 25m

$695

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

9:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/4

10:55 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$699

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 11/23

9:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/2

10:55 am-6:50 am

1 stop35h 55m

$699

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 11/23

9:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/26

10:55 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$699

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/6

1:20 pm-10:45 am

1 stop36h 25m

$704

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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 $464). 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 November 6, 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 $672, ANA can have you in Shanghai from California in 22h 15m. California and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6485 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?

    $377 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Asiana Airlines and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $377 and $385, 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 $464). 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$594Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$645Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$669Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$673Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$673Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$708Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$724Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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