$445+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.
Round-trip from | $819 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $449 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,439 |
Find flight deals from California to Shanghai
Cheapest flights from California to ShanghaiExplore 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 May 1, 2025.
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 May 1, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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 May 1, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
11:00 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop25h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 5/13
8:35 am-4:00 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Tue 7/8
11:15 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop23h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 10/28
4:30 pm-8:30 pm
1 stop19h 00m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Wed 5/7
11:30 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop25h 05m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 5/21
1:20 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop18h 05m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
10:00 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops32h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 5/13
9:05 am-7:00 pm
2 stops24h 55m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
10:00 pm-10:20 am
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 5/20
1:05 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop20h 55m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Mon 5/5
12:25 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop38h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 5/26
8:35 am-10:05 pm
1 stop28h 30m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Wed 5/7
12:25 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop36h 10m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 5/13
9:05 am-7:00 pm
2 stops24h 55m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Tue 5/6
11:55 pm-12:50 pm
1 stop21h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 5/22
10:10 am-8:00 pm
1 stop24h 50m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Sun 5/4
1:20 am-12:35 am
1 stop32h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 5/29
8:25 am-11:00 am
1 stop17h 35m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Mon 5/5
12:25 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop38h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 5/16
3:10 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop20h 35m
Best time to book a flight from California to Shanghai
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from California with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 PVG?
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 May 1, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Shanghai as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from California to Shanghai
Explore weekly flight availability from California to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
The most flights from USCA to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
Rainfall in Shanghai by month
Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.
Temperature in Shanghai by month
Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from California to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
Comfort
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Food
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Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
Comfort
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Food
Reviews
Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
Comfort
Overall
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Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
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Overall
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Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
Entertainment
Comfort
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Food
Reviews
Dale,Apr 2025
SFO - TPE
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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 May 1, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$420 | Average$817 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$520 | Average$706 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$623 | Average$1,489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$639 | Average$856 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$686 | Average$1,308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$703 | Average$1,152 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$713 | Average$948 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$729 | Average$966 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$745 | Average$1,340 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$816 | Average$1,280 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |