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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Shanghai from $1,290

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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,258
From Sacramento Intl to Shanghai
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Shanghai?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 37% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Shanghai?

To save on the cost of your flight from Sacramento to Shanghai, book at least 27 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 12% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,303 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,457.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Shanghai?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Shanghai from Sacramento average $1,470. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,470, as users have found deals to Shanghai from as low as $938. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Shanghai from Sacramento. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 42%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Shanghai (SMF - SHA)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Sacramento to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Sacramento to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Sacramento and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Japan Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Sacramento to Shanghai. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 6/76:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops22h 45mJapan Airlines
Sun 6/164:05 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops40h 56mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,767
Mon 6/106:31 pmSMF - SHA
2 stops49h 54mJapan Airlines
Sun 6/1612:50 pmSHA - SMF
2 stops44h 11mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,781
Fri 6/76:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops22h 45mJapan Airlines
Sat 6/151:15 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops19h 46mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,818
Sun 5/267:00 amSMF - SHA
2 stops37h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 5/3012:50 pmSHA - SMF
2 stops23h 54mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$2,168
Fri 6/76:31 pmSMF - SHA
2 stops25h 54mJapan Airlines
Sat 6/1512:50 pmSHA - SMF
2 stops20h 11mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$2,763
Sun 6/96:00 amSMF - SHA
2 stops38h 25mJapan Airlines
Tue 6/1812:50 pmSHA - SMF
2 stops44h 11mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/8$3,175

Cheap China Airlines flights from Sacramento to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Airlines for the route between Sacramento and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available China Airlines flights departing from Sacramento and landing in Shanghai. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 10/175:15 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops26h 35mChina Airlines
Mon 10/217:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops27h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,456
Mon 6/108:05 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops23h 45mChina Airlines
Sun 6/167:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops27h 31mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,643

Cheap Sacramento to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Sacramento to Shanghai in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 6/59:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:25 amPVG - SMF
3 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,572
Wed 6/54:00 pmSMF - PVG
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:25 amPVG - SMF
3 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,575
Wed 6/56:45 amSMF - PVG
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Wed 6/125:30 pmPVG - SMF
1 stop16h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,628
Wed 6/56:45 amSMF - PVG
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Wed 6/125:30 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops19h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,632
Mon 6/108:05 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops23h 45mChina Airlines
Sun 6/167:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops27h 31mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,643
Wed 6/54:00 pmSMF - PVG
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/128:20 amPVG - SMF
3 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,688
Wed 6/59:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/128:20 amPVG - SMF
3 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,691
Wed 6/59:00 amSMF - SHA
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/124:50 pmSHA - SMF
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,715
Mon 6/106:31 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/151:35 amPVG - SMF
2 stops36h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,751

Sacramento to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Sacramento to Shanghai in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 10/176:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops36h 40mKorean Air
Mon 10/211:40 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops41h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 5/7$1,290
Fri 11/85:15 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops25h 35mChina Airlines
Tue 11/1212:05 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops35h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,422
Fri 11/86:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops36h 50mChina Airlines
Tue 11/127:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops28h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,429
Thu 10/175:15 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops26h 35mChina Airlines
Mon 10/217:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops27h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,456
Wed 6/59:00 amSMF - PVG
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:25 amPVG - SMF
3 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,572
Wed 6/54:00 pmSMF - PVG
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:25 amPVG - SMF
3 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,575
Wed 6/56:45 amSMF - PVG
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Wed 6/125:30 pmPVG - SMF
1 stop16h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,628
Wed 6/56:45 amSMF - PVG
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Wed 6/125:30 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops19h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,632
Mon 6/108:05 pmSMF - PVG
2 stops23h 45mChina Airlines
Sun 6/167:50 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops27h 31mChina Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,643

Find flights from Sacramento to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/17

2 stops36h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/21

2 stops41h 15m

$1,290

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/17

2 stops26h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/21

2 stops27h 10m

$1,456

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/10

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/16

2 stops27h 31m

$1,643

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/10

2 stops26h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/15

2 stops36h 44m

$1,751

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/7

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/15

1 stop16h 19m

$1,752

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/7

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/16

2 stops40h 56m

$1,767

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/10

2 stops34h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/16

1 stop35h 31m

$1,821

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/26

2 stops34h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/30

2 stops45h 16m

$2,078

Sacramento IntlShanghai Pu Dong

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/7

2 stops37h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/14

2 stops35h 44m

$2,447

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Deals found on 5/7

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from Sacramento to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sacramento to Shanghai is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,778. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from Sacramento to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,027). 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.

January

$1,258

February

$1,220

March

$1,241

April

$1,298

May

$1,534

June

$1,908

July

$2,027

August

$1,693

September

$1,420

October

$1,572

November

$1,554

December

$1,752

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °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 8, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, China Airlines and Delta from Sacramento to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
920 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,458 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Airbus is more safer, crews are friendly and food is nice.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Shanghai from Sacramento. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Sacramento to Shanghai for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Shanghai for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Korean Air for just $1,290, but on average you can expect to pay $1,809.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Shanghai round-trip from $1,290. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Airlines, from $1,456, and Delta, from $1,752.

  • What does SMF to SHA mean?

    SMF stands for Sacramento Intl Airport, while SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sacramento to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sacramento to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sacramento to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sacramento to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sacramento to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sacramento to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sacramento to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Sacramento to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top airline flying from Sacramento to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sacramento 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,234Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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