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$556+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Shanghai

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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 25, 2024.

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$1,179
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Shanghai?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from San Diego to Shanghai. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Shanghai.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 40 days in advance, which can save you up to 43% on flights from San Diego to Shanghai compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 40 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,422. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $2,652.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Shanghai?

Flights from San Diego to Shanghai lean towards being more expensive in August. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Diego to Shanghai in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,176.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SHA?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap San Diego to Shanghai flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Shanghai specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Diego to Shanghai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/287:25 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 40mAsiana Airlines
Wed 9/258:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops29h 59mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,297
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 8/286:15 amSAN - PVG
1 stop19h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 9/251:05 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/25$1,422
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/126:28 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops33h 07mChina Airlines
Mon 8/197:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops36h 46mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,479
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/285:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/2412:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops29h 34mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,532
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2811:06 amSAN - PVG
2 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/251:05 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,540
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/18:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/228:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,561
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2611:06 amSAN - PVG
2 stops32h 44mChina Airlines
Thu 8/1512:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops36h 51mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,663
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/17:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2212:00 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,713
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/14:22 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2212:00 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,772

San Diego to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Diego to Shanghai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/165:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/137:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,195
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 10/1411:01 amSAN - PVG
2 stops32h 14mAir China
Mon 10/284:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops22h 28mAir China
Deal found 7/25$1,211
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 10/1811:01 amSAN - SHA
2 stops35h 49mAir China
Mon 11/44:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops23h 28mAir China
Deal found 7/25$1,248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/811:17 amSAN - PVG
1 stop38h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1310:10 amPVG - SAN
2 stops39h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,257
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 9/2311:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops32h 15mAir China
Mon 9/304:20 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops22h 29mAir China
Deal found 7/25$1,267
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 9/1611:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops37h 00mAsiana Airlines
Mon 12/98:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops27h 18mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,278
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/83:08 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops31h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1312:15 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops39h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,295
This JustFly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 JustFly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/287:25 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 40mAsiana Airlines
Wed 9/258:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops29h 59mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,297
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/88:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/138:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,299

San Diego to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Diego to Shanghai. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/18:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/228:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,561
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/17:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2212:00 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,713
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/14:22 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2212:00 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,772
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/13:05 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/221:05 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,909
This FlightNetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FlightNetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/18:39 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops24h 01mANA
Wed 8/211:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops36h 56mANA
Deal found 7/25$1,928
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/18:55 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops24h 10mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/221:20 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops25h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/25$2,092
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:20 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/211:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops36h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$2,238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/112:34 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop35h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/225:00 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$2,722

One-way flights to Shanghai from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Diego to Shanghai. Those needing a return flight from San Diego to Shanghai can use the search form above.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/89:13 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$556
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/182:07 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops59h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$571
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/811:17 amSAN - PVG
2 stops39h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$577
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/182:07 pmSAN - PVG
3 stops42h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$615
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/811:17 amSAN - SHA
3 stops44h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$618
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/811:17 amSAN - PVG
1 stop38h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$648
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 9/88:30 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops24h 45mANA
Deal found 7/24$810
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 10/1811:01 amSAN - SHA
2 stops35h 49mAir China
Deal found 7/24$837
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 10/181:05 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$888

Find flights from San Diego to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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$1,179 - $1,579

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/18

1 stop38h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/9

2 stops18h 07m

$1,179

San DiegoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 9/23

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/2

2 stops40h 19m

$1,209

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 9/6

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/19

2 stops30h 09m

$1,224

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 9/16

2 stops37h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/9

2 stops27h 18m

$1,278

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/8

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/13

1 stop19h 50m

$1,310

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 8/12

2 stops25h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/19

2 stops36h 46m

$1,451

San DiegoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Fri 9/20

2 stops24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/27

2 stops43h 47m

$1,464

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 8/28

2 stops28h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/24

2 stops29h 34m

$1,532

San DiegoShanghai Pu Dong

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Thu 10/17

2 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/29

1 stop31h 15m

$1,579

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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

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 July 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China, ANA and Cathay Pacific from San Diego 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
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
859 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
527 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Shanghai. 7 airlines have flights from San Diego to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Shanghai for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Shanghai for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,179, but on average you can expect to pay $1,249.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Shanghai for under $1,600?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from San Diego to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,600.

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

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,209), ANA ($1,224), and Asiana Airlines ($1,278) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Shanghai. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Shanghai for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $810 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from ANA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $837 and $1,413, respectively.

  • What does SAN to SHA mean?

    SAN and SHA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SAN to SHA refers to a flight route from San Diego Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. 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 San Diego to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego 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 San Diego to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego 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 San Diego to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego 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 San Diego to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Shanghai?

    China Airlines, Delta and China Eastern are the most popular airlines when flying from San Diego to Shanghai.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Shanghai (average of $1,221). Flying from San Diego to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,817). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,217Average$2,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$1,260Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
ANACheapest$1,392Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,615Average$1,816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,615Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,756Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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