$410+ 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
Sep 11 — Sep 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 12, 2026.
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 August 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:20 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Thu 9/104:20 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$713
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Mon 9/71:05 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$714
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/1511:20 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Tue 10/271:30 am -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$715
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/91:00 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Wed 12/98:55 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Air China logo]()
$716
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/2011:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Sat 9/51:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$718
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 10/3111:50 pm -
1 stop19h 15m
Wed 11/181:10 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$719
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Sat 11/71:10 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2511:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 10/2111:40 am -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$721
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/511:20 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Thu 12/31:10 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$722
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/111:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Thu 10/1510:55 am -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$723
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/1011:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 9/2311:40 am -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 8/10![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/1411:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Mon 9/284:20 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$728
Best flights from California to ShanghaiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 8/1811:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Tue 9/810:55 am -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 8/8![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$734
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 10/1212:25 pm -
1 stop32h 40m
Mon 10/261:35 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 8/10![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/104:09 pm -
2 stops57h 06m
Wed 11/186:15 pm -
2 stops44h 51m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$919
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/15:00 pm -
2 stops52h 15m
Tue 9/81:35 pm -
2 stops21h 27m
Deal found 8/9![ANA logo]()
$1,012
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2912:30 pm -
Nonstop13h 45m
Wed 10/211:10 pm -
Nonstop11h 55m
Deal found 8/12![China Eastern logo]()
$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/71:15 pm -
Nonstop13h 30m
Tue 9/298:10 pm -
Nonstop11h 50m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 9/304:18 pm -
1 stop32h 07m
Wed 10/216:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 59m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$1,021
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 11/209:30 pm -
3 stops44h 25m
Sun 11/294:40 pm -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 8/7![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$1,037
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 11/192:30 pm -
2 stops27h 25m
Sun 11/298:55 am -
2 stops24h 22m
Deal found 8/11![Air China logo]()
$1,152
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/410:50 pm -
1 stop27h 45m
Tue 11/1712:05 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 8/11![China Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 9/2112:10 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Wed 9/237:40 pm -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 8/11![EVA Air logo]()
$1,203
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:02 am -
2 stops43h 18m
Sun 10/116:50 pm -
2 stops43h 52m
Deal found 8/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,234
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/117:45 am -
2 stops41h 20m
Sun 11/156:40 pm -
2 stops36h 25m
Deal found 8/10![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,286
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 8/2511:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Tue 10/276:15 pm -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 8/9![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$734
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/1111:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Fri 11/206:15 pm -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$784
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 10/412:25 am -
1 stop20h 40m
Mon 10/261:35 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 8/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$947
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/1711:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Mon 11/96:15 pm -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$784
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/267:05 am -
2 stops23h 50m
Tue 12/83:30 pm -
2 stops37h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 11/94:45 pm -
2 stops51h 40m
Tue 1/121:40 pm -
2 stops43h 49m
Deal found 8/8![ANA logo]()
$1,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:43 am -
2 stops19h 07m
Tue 10/205:30 pm -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$1,036
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sun 9/2010:35 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Wed 9/2312:10 pm -
2 stops20h 19m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,042
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Tue 8/1811:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Thu 9/1010:55 am -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$794
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 11/110:55 pm -
1 stop24h 25m
Mon 11/161:35 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Deal found 8/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$977
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/17:03 am -
2 stops22h 07m
Tue 9/88:50 am -
2 stops21h 11m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,021
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sun 9/611:15 pm -
2 stops23h 20m
Fri 9/189:20 am -
2 stops26h 10m
Deal found 8/9![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$1,133
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/1312:55 pm -
Nonstop13h 50m
Mon 9/218:10 pm -
Nonstop11h 50m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,047
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:09 pm -
1 stop16h 41m
Mon 10/196:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 59m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$1,051
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:10 am -
1 stop19h 40m
Thu 10/1512:05 pm -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 8/12![China Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Sun 11/226:20 am -
2 stops24h 35m
Sun 11/298:55 am -
2 stops24h 22m
Deal found 8/8![Air China logo]()
$1,199
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 11/611:50 pm -
1 stop29h 15m
Wed 11/254:25 pm -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$836
Last-minute flights from California to ShanghaiDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Shanghai. Data last updated August 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Shanghai. Data last updated August 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Sat 11/71:10 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$720
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/2011:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Sat 9/51:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:20 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Thu 9/104:20 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$713
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Mon 9/71:05 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$714
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/511:20 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Thu 12/31:10 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$722
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/91:00 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Wed 12/98:55 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Air China logo]()
$716
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/1011:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Sat 9/191:10 pm -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$719
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/1011:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 9/2311:40 am -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 8/10![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/1411:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Tue 9/294:20 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/11![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$728
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2511:20 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 10/2111:40 am -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$721
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2711:20 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Tue 10/201:05 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 8/12![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$715
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 9/3011:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Thu 10/1510:55 am -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$723
One-way flights from California to ShanghaiSearch for one-way flight options from California to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/214:50 pm -
1 stop36h 50m
Deal found 8/11![ANA logo]()
$410
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/214:50 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 8/11![ANA logo]()
$410
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/2910:00 pm -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 8/7![Air China logo]()
$412
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 8/2711:55 pm -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 8/10![XiamenAir logo]()
$412
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/2510:00 pm -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 8/8![Air China logo]()
$413
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/2510:00 pm -
1 stop32h 50m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$413
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/912:30 pm -
Nonstop13h 45m
Deal found 8/9![China Eastern logo]()
$414
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2611:00 pm -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 8/11![China Southern logo]()
$414
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:45 pm -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 8/12![XiamenAir logo]()
$415
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:55 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 8/8![XiamenAir logo]()
$416
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 10/111:25 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 8/9![Air China logo]()
$417
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3011:00 pm -
1 stop23h 20m
Deal found 8/8![China Southern logo]()
$417
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 August 12, 2026.
Round-trip from | $715 (Asiana Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $410 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $843 |
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Tue 8/18
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 9/8
10:55 am-3:30 pm
1 stop19h 35m
$734
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Tue 8/25
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 10/27
6:15 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop35h 45m
$734
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 11/20
6:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop35h 45m
$784
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 11/9
6:15 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop35h 45m
$784
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Tue 8/18
11:20 pm-9:45 am
1 stop19h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 9/10
10:55 am-3:30 pm
1 stop19h 35m
$794
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
SFOPVG
San Francisco
Fri 11/6
11:50 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop29h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 11/25
4:25 pm-2:00 pm
1 stop13h 35m
$836
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX Los Angeles - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Mon 10/12
12:25 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop32h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 10/26
1:35 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop18h 45m
$875
OntarioShanghai
ONT Ontario - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
ONTSHA
Ontario
Tue 11/10
4:09 pm-5:15 pm
2 stops57h 06m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 11/18
6:15 pm-11:06 pm
2 stops44h 51m
$919
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX Los Angeles - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Sun 10/4
12:25 am-12:05 pm
1 stop20h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 10/26
1:35 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop18h 45m
$947
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO San Francisco - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Sun 11/1
10:55 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop24h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 11/16
1:35 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop23h 40m
$977
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Shanghai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Shanghai (average of $815). Flying from California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,483). 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 August 12, 2026.
When flying from California to Shanghai, 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 California to Shanghai?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Shanghai flights typically cost between $766 and $1,131 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $769 on China Southern (Sep 30-Dec 9).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Shanghai?
The best time to book flights from California to Shanghai is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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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 August 12, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$198 | Average$701 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$349 | Average$656 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$415 | Average$1,071 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$532 | Average$1,123 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$577 | Average$884 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$585 | Average$1,088 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$590 | Average$842 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$632 | Average$741 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$643 | Average$1,218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$646 | Average$963 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% |