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$407+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Shanghai are usually found in April or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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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One-way from

$407
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Shanghai?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Shanghai. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai at least 26 days early can save you up to 11% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 26 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for as little as $1,221 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,397 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

March can be a great time to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $1,392. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $937. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Francisco to Shanghai flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco 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 best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
This Vietnam Airlines 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Wed 10/23:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop42h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,047
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/221:45 amSFO - SHA
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/231:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,049
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/51:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop16h 00mKorean Air
Tue 10/111:10 amPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 7/23$1,049
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2712:55 amSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 10mCathay Pacific
Thu 9/52:30 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,051
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 8/235:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/238:00 amPVG - SFO
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,052
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 8/2111:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop30h 25mAsiana Airlines
Sat 9/218:35 amPVG - SFO
1 stop21h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,053
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.
Mon 8/1211:30 amSFO - PVG
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/88:15 amPVG - SFO
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,055
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 8/194:47 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops49h 53mKorean Air
Thu 9/198:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 7/25$1,056
This Asiana Airlines 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2811:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 35mAsiana Airlines
Thu 9/58:35 amPVG - SFO
1 stop22h 05mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,057

San Francisco to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco 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 best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/194:40 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/106:10 pmSHA - SFO
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,047
This Vietnam Airlines 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Wed 10/23:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop42h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,047
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/912:55 amSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/291:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,048
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.
Sat 11/211:55 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop21h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/264:35 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/25$1,049
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/111:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 35mAsiana Airlines
Thu 10/34:20 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop13h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,049
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/211:25 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/175:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,050
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2212:15 amSFO - SHA
1 stop24h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/211:20 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop24h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,051
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2212:15 amSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/187:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/25$1,051
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1612:15 amSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/239:40 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/24$1,052

San Francisco to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco 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.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Shanghai should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
This Vietnam Airlines 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 50mVietnam Airlines
Wed 10/23:10 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop42h 30mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,047
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 8/23:00 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/29:55 pmPVG - SFO
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,049
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/411:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 35mAsiana Airlines
Thu 10/34:20 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop13h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,057
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/41:25 amSFO - PVG
1 stop26h 00mEVA Air
Wed 10/28:05 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop25h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 7/23$1,059
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/311:00 amSFO - PVG
1 stop22h 40mEVA Air
Wed 10/28:05 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop25h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 7/24$1,067
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/41:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop16h 00mKorean Air
Tue 10/111:10 amPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 7/23$1,069
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/17:22 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/21:40 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,074
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/21:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop32h 15mKorean Air
Wed 10/21:40 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop36h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 7/23$1,076
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 8/21:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop32h 15mKorean Air
Thu 10/38:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 7/23$1,087

One-way flights to Shanghai from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco 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.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Shanghai. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
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.
Mon 8/53:00 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$407
This mytrip.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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/23:00 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$428
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.
Wed 7/313:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$430
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.
Wed 7/313:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$451
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.
Wed 7/313:00 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops58h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$465
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 8/23:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$498
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.
Fri 8/23:00 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$514
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.
Thu 8/112:35 amSFO - SHA
2 stops22h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/24$523
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.
Wed 9/43:00 pmSFO - SHA
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$524

Find flights from San Francisco to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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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San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 9/16

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/24

1 stop21h 50m

$903

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 9/9

2 stops34h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/17

2 stops33h 05m

$979

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 9/23

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/15

1 stop24h 00m

$990

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 10/17

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/30

1 stop35h 50m

$1,029

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

1 stop36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/23

1 stop25h 50m

$1,045

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

1 stop22h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/2

1 stop42h 30m

$1,047

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

Nonstop13h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/17

Nonstop11h 15m

$1,050

San FranciscoShanghai Pu Dong

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Sun 10/6

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/13

1 stop22h 50m

$1,054

San FranciscoShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop31h 15m

$1,055

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 73 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 Francisco to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 Francisco to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern, Cathay Pacific and Asiana Airlines from San Francisco to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,446 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
859 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 17 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Shanghai. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Southern for just $903, but on average you can expect to pay $1,008.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Shanghai under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Shanghai is less than $1,211.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Shanghai for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

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

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $903. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Asiana Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $990 and $1,029, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SFO to SHA mean?

    Great question - SFO to SHA just means San Francisco Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai?

    San Francisco to Shanghai flights have a layover in Taipei City most of the time. Incheon sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Shanghai flights. Manila sees the third most layovers on flights from San Francisco to Shanghai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are the most popular attractions in Taipei City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be visited by traveling about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $74 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    If you're on a layover in Incheon and looking for things to do, consider visiting Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, or Seokbawi Market. Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, and Seokbawi Market are located about 8.3 mi, 10.7 mi, and 13.2 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Incheon can rent one for about $71 per day.

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

    Manila travelers tend to visit Resorts World Manila, Manila Ocean Park, and Ayala Museum more than any other attractions. Resorts World Manila, Manila Ocean Park and Ayala Museum are located about 1.4 mi, 5.6 mi, and 3.6 mi, respectively from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Manila looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $52 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Shanghai flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Shanghai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Tokyo. Hong Kong follows Tokyo in terms of the least common layover location on San Francisco to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Shanghai?

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

    The San Francisco 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 Francisco to Shanghai?

    Air Canada, EVA Air and Air China are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai (average of $1,221). Flying from San Francisco 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 SouthernCheapest$870Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$933Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air ChinaCheapest$966Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$1,036Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$1,045Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,077Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,086Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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