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Cheap flights from the United States to Shanghai, China

LAX — SHA
Nov 13 — Nov 201
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,115
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Shanghai

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

The best time to book flights from USA to Shanghai is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,030). Flying from USA to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 50% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Shanghai?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Shanghai flights

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

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 Cathay Pacific and Korean Air

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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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on China Eastern

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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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

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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Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Expert on PVG

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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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines,Delta, andCathay Pacific 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.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,648 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,513 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,359 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
245 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
563 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 $173 on Philippine Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from $278 and Cathay Pacific from $299 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Shanghai Pu Dong or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Los Angeles - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Shanghai (average of $1,030). Flying from USA to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$198Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China EasternCheapest$415Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$484Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$529Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$538Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$564Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$585Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
XiamenAirCheapest$645Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
ANACheapest$646Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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