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$394+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
Nov 12 — Nov 191
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Round-trip from

$674
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$394
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$950
From Los Angeles to Shanghai
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 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 October 13, 2025.

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Wed 11/59:25 amLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/125:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$674
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Thu 12/410:45 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop25h 50mXiamenAir
Tue 12/96:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop16h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/11$674
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Sat 11/111:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 10mChina Southern
Sat 11/156:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 10/12$676
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Wed 11/510:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Sat 11/152:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 10/13$676
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Fri 10/3110:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Sat 11/157:55 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/11$677
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Thu 10/3011:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 20mAir China
Thu 11/274:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/12$679
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Thu 11/2710:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Thu 12/115:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/12$679
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Tue 11/49:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/208:25 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$680
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Sun 10/2610:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Fri 11/74:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/12$681
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Wed 11/59:25 amLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/242:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$682
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Mon 10/2012:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/257:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/12$683
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Sun 11/3010:45 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops43h 15mXiamenAir
Wed 12/108:35 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops38h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/12$683

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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 - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

12:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/2

1:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/4

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/2

1:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/2

1:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/4

4:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$706

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

12:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/5

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$706

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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 October 10, 2025.

Booking 40 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai (average of $443). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to SHA?

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 October 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

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 Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Shanghai flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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, especially during morning and midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
PVG

Use the Maglev train for a quick 8-minute ride from Longyang Road to PVG, avoiding city traffic.

Read more about PVGby Joe Minihane
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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

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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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 October 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Sichuan Airlines from Los Angeles to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai?

    Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Shanghai in just under 14h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h. The distance from Los Angeles to Shanghai is about 6467 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Sichuan Airlines, at $531, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and XiamenAir. Sichuan Airlines is priced at 51% 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?

    $410 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on XiamenAir and China Southern, with prices starting from $430 and $440, respectively.

  • 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 Seoul?

    Most Seoul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Dongdaemun Market, Lotte World, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Dongdaemun Market, Lotte World, and Bukchon Hanok Village can be accessed by traveling approximately 31.6 mi, 35.7 mi, and 30.6 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Incheon Intl for an average daily rate of $57 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    The majority of Tokyo visitors spend their time at Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower. Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower are located about 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Those looking to explore during their layover in Tokyo can rent a car from Tokyo Haneda for about $63 per day.

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

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Fa Yeun Street Market are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Fa Yeun Street Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.8 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai (average of $443). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 October 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$531Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China SouthernCheapest$673Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$699Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$708Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$768Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$784Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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