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Cheap flights from San Diego to Shanghai from $617

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7:35 am - 11:20 pmSAN-PVG
23h 45m2 stops
5:50 pm - 8:39 pmPVG-SAN
18h 49m2 stops
$1,101
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Wed, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 29
7:30 pm - 4:00 pmSAN-PVG
28h 30m1 stop
5:50 pm - 2:49 pmPVG-SAN
36h 59m2 stops
$1,113Air Canada
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Wed, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 29
7:30 pm - 2:05 pmSAN-PVG
27h 35m1 stop
3:55 pm - 4:39 pmPVG-SAN
15h 44m1 stop
$1,115Air Canada
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Mon, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 21
7:20 am - 3:25 pmSAN-PVG
17h 05m1 stop
5:30 pm - 6:02 pmPVG-SAN
15h 32m1 stop
$1,132Delta
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Wed, Apr 2 - Tue, Apr 22
7:20 am - 3:25 pmSAN-PVG
17h 05m1 stop
5:30 pm - 11:43 pmPVG-SAN
21h 13m2 stops
$1,136Delta
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Mon, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 23
5:45 pm - 10:50 amSAN-PVG
25h 05m2 stops
12:05 pm - 10:51 pmPVG-SAN
26h 46m2 stops
$1,324China Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Sun, Feb 2
6:30 am - 5:45 pmSAN-PVG
19h 15m1 stop
1:10 pm - 5:00 pmPVG-SAN
19h 50m1 stop
$1,800China Eastern
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Sat, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 2
6:25 am - 5:10 pmSAN-PVG
19h 45m1 stop
1:05 pm - 5:56 pmPVG-SAN
19h 51m1 stop
$5,649China Eastern
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Wed, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 22
7:35 pm - 5:25 pmSAN-PVG
30h 50m2 stops
8:10 pm - 2:54 pmPVG-SAN
33h 44m3 stops
$6,394United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 22
7:43 pm - 10:15 amSAN-PVG
46h 32m2 stops
8:25 pm - 2:49 pmPVG-SAN
34h 24m3 stops
$6,416United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 30
7:48 pm - 5:50 pmSAN-PVG
30h 02m1 stop
Fri, Feb 7
7:26 pm - 5:50 pmSAN-PVG
30h 24m2 stops
Fri, Feb 7
7:26 pm - 5:50 pmSAN-PVG
30h 24m3 stops
Fri, Feb 7
9:48 pm - 12:55 pmSAN-SHA
47h 07m3 stops
Fri, Feb 7
4:00 pm - 9:40 pmSAN-SHA
37h 40m2 stops
Fri, Feb 7
11:45 am - 11:45 amSAN-SHA
32h 00m1 stop
$1,844Japan Airlines
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Fri, Feb 7
7:45 am - 10:55 pmSAN-SHA
23h 10m2 stops
12:30 pm - 11:58 pmSHA-SAN
27h 28m2 stops
$2,419Air China
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Wed, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 6
7:45 am - 10:55 pmSAN-SHA
23h 10m2 stops
9:30 pm - 11:58 pmSHA-SAN
42h 28m2 stops
$3,452Air China
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Wed, Dec 25 - Sun, Jan 5

Air Canada flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Air Canada deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Air Canada
Jan 15
SAN7:30 pmSan Diego
28h 30m
1 stop
PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 29
PVG5:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
36h 59m
2 stops
SAN2:49 pmSan Diego
Air Canada
Mar 31
SAN7:30 pmSan Diego
27h 35m
1 stop
PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 21
PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 44m
1 stop
SAN4:39 pmSan Diego
Air Canada
Apr 26
SAN5:19 pmSan Diego
53h 46m
2 stops
PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
May 1
PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
37h 56m
2 stops
SAN2:51 pmSan Diego

China Eastern flights from San Diego to Shanghai

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China Eastern
Jan 18
SAN6:30 amSan Diego
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 2
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
19h 50m
1 stop
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
China Eastern
Apr 9
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
19h 45m
1 stop
PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 22
PVG1:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
19h 51m
1 stop
SAN5:56 pmSan Diego
China Eastern
Apr 3
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
19h 45m
1 stop
PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 13
PVG1:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 55m
1 stop
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from San Diego is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,330, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $1,398.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,375. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Diego to Shanghai for around $1,990.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Diego to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as $1,397. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,674.

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You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Shanghai flight.

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Best Price Found

$617

Fastest flight time

16h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $617. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,101.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 16h 50m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Diego Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and San Diego Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • How far is San Diego to Shanghai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Diego to Shanghai is 6587.5 mi. 16h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from San Diego to Shanghai

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China AirlinesPriceFrom $1,153Free CancellationRating
8.2
753 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,229Free CancellationRating
7.0
145 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,276Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,028 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,278Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,594 reviews
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