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$385+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
dic. 2 — dic. 91
mar. 12/2
mar. 12/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 noviembre 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1210:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop30h 20mChina Southern
vie. 11/2111:50 amSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/1$669
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
sáb. 11/810:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 25mChina Southern
sáb. 12/276:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 10/31$672
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
mié. 11/2610:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 20mChina Southern
jue. 12/258:05 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop38h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 11/2$672
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
dom. 12/79:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
dom. 12/214:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/31$675
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
mar. 12/28:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 30mAir China
lun. 1/128:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir China
Deal found 10/31$675
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
dom. 12/79:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
dom. 12/288:25 amPVG - LAX
1 stop14h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/31$676
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 12/39:10 amLAX - SHA
1 stop32h 35mAsiana Airlines
mar. 12/1610:55 amSHA - LAX
1 stop35h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/30$676
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
mar. 11/189:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
mar. 11/254:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/31$677
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
lun. 12/110:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
lun. 1/128:40 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 20mAir China
Deal found 10/31$677
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
jue. 11/610:55 amLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
dom. 11/237:10 amPVG - LAX
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/2$679
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
lun. 11/310:55 amLAX - SHA
1 stop33h 25mCathay Pacific
lun. 11/1010:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop33h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/1$679
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
mar. 11/49:10 amLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 55mAsiana Airlines
jue. 11/611:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/31$680

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated noviembre 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$669
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$385
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$998
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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 noviembre 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Return

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Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 11/26

10:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 12/25

8:05 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$672

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 1/7

10:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 1/21

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$682

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 1/13

10:45 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 1/22

10:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$701

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 1/27

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 2/26

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

dom. 1/25

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 2/23

2:50 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 12/31

10:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 1/13

4:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop32h 40m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 12/30

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 1/13

4:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop32h 40m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 11/25

10:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 11/27

2:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$721

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

lun. 11/24

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 11/29

11:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$725

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

dom. 11/23

10:45 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 12/2

10:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$739

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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 October 31, 2025.

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $464). Flying from Irvine 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 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 noviembre 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Irvine to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 74% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Irvine to Shanghai?

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 noviembre 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Shanghai, such as Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Sichuan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,045 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,993 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

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 China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and XiamenAir fly from Irvine to Shanghai in about 23h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 20m. The distance between Irvine and Shanghai is about 6485 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 Asiana Airlines ($392), China Southern ($396), and XiamenAir ($412).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Shanghai (average of $464). Flying from Irvine 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 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 noviembre 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$594Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$673Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$699Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$708Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$724Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$764Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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