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$460+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) 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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — SHA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Shanghai

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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,048
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$460
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,642
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 July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:59 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/64:20 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops35h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,048
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:59 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:10 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,060
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:07 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops32h 18mDelta
Thu 11/68:10 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/30$1,294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/136:39 pmSAT - PVG
1 stop31h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/306:25 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop17h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,333
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/37:37 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops27h 28mEVA Air
Tue 8/58:05 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops22h 35mEVA Air
Deal found 7/30$1,611
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/131:05 pmSAT - SHA
2 stops34h 10mANA
Thu 10/301:40 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops36h 24mANA
Deal found 7/30$2,097
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/38:21 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops30h 59mQatar Airways
Sat 8/912:35 amPVG - SAT
2 stops42h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$2,169
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:56 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops25h 54mChina Airlines
Thu 10/307:50 pmPVG - SAT
2 stops35h 05mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,170
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:48 amSAT - SHA
2 stops39h 37mJapan Airlines
Sun 8/1012:50 pmSHA - SAT
2 stops35h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,208
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:00 amSAT - PVG
1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 8/101:10 pmPVG - SAT
1 stop23h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$2,307
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:05 amSAT - PVG
2 stops39h 40mJapan Airlines
Thu 10/308:50 amPVG - SAT
2 stops25h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/30$4,211
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:05 pmSAT - PVG
2 stops42h 35mANA
Wed 10/292:30 amPVG - SAT
2 stops23h 34mANA
Deal found 7/30$4,216

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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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 10/20

2:59 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

4:20 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$1,048

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Mon 10/20

2:59 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops32h 21m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

6:10 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,060

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 10/20

6:07 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

8:10 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop17h 36m

$1,294

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 10/13

6:39 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

6:25 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$1,333

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Mon 10/13

1:41 pm-9:15 am

2 stops30h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/29

12:10 am-10:27 pm

2 stops35h 17m

$1,664

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Mon 10/13

1:05 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/30

1:40 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops36h 24m

$2,097

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Thu 10/9

7:56 pm-10:50 am

2 stops25h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

7:50 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$2,170

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Thu 10/9

7:05 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

8:50 am-9:48 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$4,211

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - PVG

SATPVG

San Antonio

Thu 10/9

1:05 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/29

2:30 am-1:04 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$4,216

San AntonioShanghai

SAT - SHA

SATSHA

San Antonio

Thu 10/9

9:03 am-11:25 am

2 stops37h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/30

1:10 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops22h 32m

$4,387

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/31

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 July 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% 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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, and China 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Antonio to Shanghai round-trip from $1,294. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,333, and Lufthansa, from $1,664. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $703. China Eastern flights start at $735 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $755 one-way.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from San Antonio to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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