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$358+ Cheap flights from the United States to Shanghai, China

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LAX — SHA
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$723
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$358
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,569
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Cheapest flights from USA to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 9/811:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 10mChina Southern
Mon 9/226:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop28h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 7/28$724
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 10/2711:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 20mChina Southern
Fri 11/73:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 7/28$724
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.
Wed 8/271:40 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop34h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/144:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$725
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 9/1812:55 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/2812:20 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$725
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:35 amSFO - SHA
2 stops23h 50mChina Southern
Sat 10/46:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop16h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/29$727
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:35 amSFO - PVG
2 stops24h 55mChina Southern
Wed 11/1910:50 pmPVG - SFO
2 stops36h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/28$729
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/1211:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 05mXiamenAir
Thu 10/168:10 amSHA - LAX
1 stop26h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 7/29$730
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/1711:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Sun 11/94:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/27$731
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Wed 8/2711:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/34:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/28$739
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/1910:00 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops32h 55mAir China
Mon 8/258:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 10mAir China
Deal found 7/29$748
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.
Mon 9/811:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAir China
Mon 9/157:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop39h 00mAir China
Deal found 7/30$757
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.
Fri 10/311:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:50 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$766

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

11:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/22

6:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$724

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

11:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/7

3:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$724

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

1:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/14

4:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$725

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

12:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/28

12:20 pm-11:15 am

1 stop37h 55m

$725

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

11:35 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/29

1:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$728

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

12:35 am-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/19

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$729

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

11:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/16

8:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$730

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/9

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$731

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

4:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$739

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/25

8:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$748

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The best insider tips for theUnited States to Shanghai flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Shanghai trip
Airlines
Delta

Delta One offers lie-flat seats with duvets, lumbar pillows, and premium meals.


Free Wi-Fi on most international flights for SkyMiles members.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


Premium Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded meals on international flights.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Korean Air

Kosmo Suites 2.0 offer 83” pitch and sliding doors for privacy.


Economy class offers 33”-34” pitch and traditional Korean meals.

Read more about Korean Airby Yulia Denisyuk
American Airlines

Flagship First offers 21.8” wide seats with a 15.4” HD screen and flat bed.


Premium Economy offers 18.5” seats with 38” pitch and 11.5” HD screens.

Read more about American Airlinesby Marisa Garcia
Cathay Pacific

First class offers 36” wide seats with 600-thread-count bedding.


Premium Economy features 20” wide seats with enhanced dining options.

Read more about Cathay Pacificby Yulia Denisyuk
China Eastern

Business class offers mini-suites with doors on Boeing 787 and A350.


Premium Economy offers recliner seats similar to US domestic first class.

Read more about China Easternby John Walton
Airports
PVG

The Maglev train speeds you from Longyang Road to PVG in just 8 minutes, making it the fastest option from central Shanghai.

Read more about PVGby Joe Minihane
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Korean Air and Cathay Pacific

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on China Eastern

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Expert on PVG

Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Joe has been obsessed with travel and flying ever since he was a child. He's a freelance travel journalist and author, and his work has appeared in The Times, Guardian and CNN. As a Europe obsessive, he has stayed in Zurich on a swimming adventure around the city, used Geneva as a base for Alpine adventures and spent time in Copenhagen soaking up the world class culture and cuisine, all the while exploring the best hotels these cities have to offer.

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Shanghai

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from USA 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 US to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Shanghai as you normally would.

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 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA, and Korean Air from the United States to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $360 on Sichuan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include XiamenAir from $361 and Air China from $388 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Shanghai?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Newark - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from USA to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from USA 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$294Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$534Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$549Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air ChinaCheapest$686Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$689Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$710Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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