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$347+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
feb. 28 — mar. 71
sáb. 2/28
sáb. 3/7
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 29, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
dom. 4/512:35 am
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 7/69:00 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$662
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
dom. 2/1512:05 am
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop20h 20m
ANA
lun. 3/21:40 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 10m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$663
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
lun. 3/23:45 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop17h 30m
ANA
lun. 3/98:30 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop25h 20m
ANA
Deal found 1/28$664
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
lun. 3/23:45 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop28h 40m
ANA
lun. 3/91:40 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 10m
ANA
Deal found 1/28$664
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
dom. 2/1512:05 am
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop33h 10m
ANA
dom. 3/12:35 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop31h 15m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$665
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
mié. 4/1512:35 am
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 4/289:00 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$667
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
vie. 4/1712:35 am
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 4/269:00 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$668
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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. 4/2111:30 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop19h 15m
Asiana Airlines
mar. 4/2810:55 am
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop20h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/28$668
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
mar. 3/310:45 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop29h 50m
XiamenAir
dom. 3/87:10 am
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop27h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/28$670
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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. 1/293:45 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop17h 30m
ANA
dom. 3/12:35 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop31h 15m
ANA
Deal found 1/28$671
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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. 4/1411:55 pm
LAX
-
SHA
1 stop20h 05m
XiamenAir
jue. 5/74:10 pm
SHA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/28$671
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
mar. 3/33:45 pm
LAX
-
PVG
1 stop17h 30m
ANA
mar. 3/178:30 am
PVG
-
LAX
1 stop25h 20m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$672

Find flight deals from Irvine to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated enero 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$662
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$347
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$925
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 enero 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

vie. 4/24

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 5/7

10:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$710

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

mié. 4/22

10:00 am-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 4/28

1:40 pm-7:35 am

1 stop32h 55m

$729

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

lun. 3/9

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/17

8:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop15h 40m

$729

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 3/3

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 4/28

1:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$730

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

lun. 3/9

11:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/17

1:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$730

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

jue. 3/12

11:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 3/28

5:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$743

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

lun. 3/30

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 4/14

6:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

$748

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 3/10

11:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/31

3:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$751

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

lun. 3/2

10:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop38h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/31

6:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

$753

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

jue. 3/12

11:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 3/18

9:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$754

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Shanghai is 76 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $506). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 enero 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Shanghai as you normally would.

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 enero 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Shanghai, such as Asiana Airlines, Delta, and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,148 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, and Cathay Pacific fly from Irvine to Shanghai in about 19h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 15m. The distance between Irvine and Shanghai is about 6467 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to Shanghai are Sichuan Airlines ($302), ANA ($304), and XiamenAir ($331).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $506). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 enero 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$506Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$530Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$532Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$589Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$599Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
ANACheapest$646Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$666Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$704Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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