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$449+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
May 6 — May 131
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Round-trip from

$819
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$449
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,439
From Los Angeles to Shanghai
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($291 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

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Wed 10/2212:10 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/64:20 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$819
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Wed 9/1011:25 amLAX - PVG
Nonstop13h 40mDelta
Thu 10/26:20 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop12h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/30$826
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Tue 9/3011:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 55mXiamenAir
Sun 10/54:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 4/30$827
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Sat 10/1812:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/2810:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/30$829
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Mon 9/155:10 amLAX - PVG
2 stops21h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$833
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Wed 4/3012:30 amLAX - PVG
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/159:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$834
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Wed 4/3012:30 amLAX - SHA
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/151:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$837
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Tue 5/610:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop25h 25mAir China
Tue 5/139:05 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 55mAir China
Deal found 4/30$844
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Mon 9/11:36 amLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/165:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$865
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Wed 5/712:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/139:05 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$873
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Tue 9/164:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop16h 45mANA
Sun 12/72:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mANA
Deal found 4/30$877
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Sun 9/712:50 amLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 25mANA
Tue 9/161:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop20h 10mANA
Deal found 4/30$877

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai that are best for you.

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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

$819

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

$835

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

$841

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

$844

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

$850

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

$856

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

$873

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

$892

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

$908

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

$920

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The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Shanghai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Shanghai trip
Airports
LAX

For shorter security lines, try the Tom Bradley International Terminal in the morning or midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
PVG

The Maglev train is the fastest way to reach central Shanghai, taking only 8 minutes from PVG.

Read more about PVGby Joe Minihane
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Joe Minihane

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Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Joe has been obsessed with travel and flying ever since he was a child. He's a freelance travel journalist and author, and his work has appeared in The Times, Guardian and CNN. As a Europe obsessive, he has stayed in Zurich on a swimming adventure around the city, used Geneva as a base for Alpine adventures and spent time in Copenhagen soaking up the world class culture and cuisine, all the while exploring the best hotels these cities have to offer.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 LAX 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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Los Angeles to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
8.3
Very good

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 16 airlines have flights from the Los Angeles airport to Shanghai. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai round-trip?

    Asiana Airlines, at $819, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Sichuan Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Asiana Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $458 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 Sichuan Airlines and Asiana Airlines, with prices starting from $459 and $474, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai consider choosing United Airlines (71%), China Eastern (58%) or Air China (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,097 for a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is $377 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at $680.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Most Taipei City visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for an average daily rate of $69 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Seoul?

    The majority of Seoul visitors spend their time at Dongdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Myeongdong Cathedral. Dongdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Myeongdong Cathedral are located about 31.6 mi, 30.6 mi, and 30.4 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Seoul can rent a car from Incheon Intl for about $53 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Tokyo?

    Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower are the most popular attractions in Tokyo if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower can be accessed by traveling approximately 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Those on a layover in Tokyo in need of a rental car can book one at Tokyo Haneda for about $73.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Shanghai flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Shanghai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Los Angeles 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$686Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China SouthernCheapest$703Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China EasternCheapest$745Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$763Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$816Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$827Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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