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$838+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest round-trip 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.
SAT — SHA
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 October 16, 2025.

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(Trip.com)
From San Antonio to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Wed 12/36:07 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/138:25 amPVG - SAT
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$838
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:11 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/77:10 amPVG - SAT
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,130
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/136:25 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/76:25 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 10/199:00 amSAT - PVG
2 stops21h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/211:15 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops22h 27mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:59 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops32h 51mDelta
Sun 12/75:30 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop19h 27mDelta
Deal found 10/15$1,263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:15 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Sat 12/138:15 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,278
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Thu 10/166:05 amSAT - SHA
2 stops40h 20mJapan Airlines
Thu 10/2312:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops41h 54mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,430
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:41 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops32h 04mJapan Airlines
Sun 12/71:10 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops23h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,734
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/193:26 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops31h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/214:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$2,544

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that are best for you.

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San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 12/3

6:07 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/13

8:25 am-6:59 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$838

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 4/6

6:15 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/28

8:35 am-11:26 pm

2 stops27h 51m

$1,010

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Tue 12/2

3:11 pm-11:35 am

2 stops30h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

7:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,130

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/13

6:25 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop17h 51m

$1,162

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Tue 12/2

5:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

6:25 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop17h 31m

$1,177

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 4/6

6:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/28

5:00 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$1,198

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Thu 2/26

4:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

8:15 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$1,200

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Tue 12/2

4:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

5:30 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,263

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Mon 4/6

6:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops40h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/28

12:50 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$1,495

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Tue 12/2

1:41 pm-11:45 am

2 stops32h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/7

1:10 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,734

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Deals found on 10/16

Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Shanghai

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,300). 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 SAT to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from San Antonio to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation

Related info for your journey

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

    San Antonio (SAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from San Antonio; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the San Antonio airport to Shanghai. It is only a 7.6 mi journey to San Antonio (SAT) from San Antonio’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Antonio to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Antonio to Shanghai in 19h 25m. Fly via American Airlines or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. San Antonio and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 7474 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip from $1,069.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,300). 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 airline flying from San Antonio to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Antonio 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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