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3:30 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
17h 40m1 stop
6:45 am - 1:30 pmPVG-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
Mon, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 16
3:30 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
17h 40m1 stop
3:00 pm - 1:30 pmPVG-SFO
14h 30m1 stop
Thu, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 9
11:35 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
20h 45m1 stop
1:35 pm - 4:20 pmSHA-SFO
18h 45m1 stop
$964Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 16 - Thu, Feb 6
11:30 pm - 5:15 pmSFO-SHA
25h 45m1 stop
6:15 pm - 10:30 amSHA-SFO
32h 15m1 stop
$1,034Asiana Airlines
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Tue, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 25
12:25 am - 4:10 pmSFO-SHA
24h 45m1 stop
7:40 pm - 6:30 amSHA-SFO
25h 50m1 stop
$1,038EVA Air
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Wed, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 14
12:10 pm - 5:15 pmSFO-SHA
37h 05m1 stop
6:15 pm - 10:30 amSHA-SFO
32h 15m1 stop
$1,044Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15 - Thu, Feb 6
12:00 pm - 4:30 pmSFO-SHA
36h 30m1 stop
7:40 pm - 6:30 amSHA-SFO
26h 50m1 stop
$1,053EVA Air
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 27
11:35 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
20h 45m1 stop
1:35 pm - 4:20 pmSHA-SFO
18h 45m1 stop
$1,073Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 16 - Thu, Feb 27
12:40 pm - 5:10 pmSFO-SHA
37h 30m1 stop
6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
$1,109Korean Air
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Sat, Mar 22 - Sat, Mar 29
11:40 am - 5:10 pmSFO-SHA
37h 30m1 stop
6:25 pm - 9:30 amSHA-SFO
31h 05m1 stop
$1,131Korean Air
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Sun, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 17
2:50 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
42h 20m2 stops
Mon, Dec 2
7:00 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
38h 10m2 stops
Sat, Dec 7
1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-PVG
40h 10m2 stops
Thu, Dec 5
3:30 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
17h 40m1 stop
Tue, Dec 10
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
$542China Eastern
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Thu, Nov 28
1:00 pm - 4:10 pmSFO-SHA
36h 10m1 stop
$623EVA Air
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Thu, Apr 3
12:50 am - 12:05 pmSFO-PVG
20h 15m1 stop
$623EVA Air
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Sun, Apr 6
11:40 am - 9:45 amSFO-PVG
30h 05m1 stop
$630Korean Air
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Wed, Jan 1
11:30 pm - 12:35 pmSFO-PVG
21h 05m1 stop
$634Korean Air
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11:40 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PVG
19h 10m1 stop
$658China Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11
2:50 pm - 1:10 amSFO-PVG
42h 20m2 stops
2:50 am - 12:00 pmPVG-SFO
25h 10m1 stop
Mon, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 7
11:24 am - 10:00 pmSFO-PVG
42h 36m2 stops
2:50 am - 12:00 pmPVG-SFO
25h 10m1 stop
Sun, Nov 24 - Sat, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 12:05 pmSFO-PVG
32h 05m1 stop
1:15 pm - 2:50 pmPVG-SFO
17h 35m1 stop
$1,103EVA Air
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Thu, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 17
11:30 pm - 4:30 pmSFO-SHA
25h 00m1 stop
7:40 pm - 2:50 pmSHA-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$1,107EVA Air
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Mon, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 8
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,198United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 4
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,199United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 4
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
1:50 pm - 9:00 amPVG-SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$1,235China Eastern
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Mon, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 5
6:54 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PVG
47h 56m2 stops
12:05 pm - 6:50 pmPVG-SFO
22h 45m1 stop
$1,263China Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
1:50 pm - 9:00 amPVG-SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$1,339China Eastern
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Mon, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 5
6:54 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PVG
47h 56m2 stops
12:05 pm - 8:15 amPVG-SFO
36h 10m2 stops
$1,368China Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
1:50 pm - 9:00 amPVG-SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$1,190China Eastern
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Mon, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 24
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,195United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15 - Thu, Feb 6
12:00 pm - 4:40 pmSFO-PVG
13h 40mnonstop
12:45 pm - 9:05 amPVG-SFO
11h 20mnonstop
$1,213China Eastern
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Thu, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 19
12:00 pm - 4:40 pmSFO-PVG
13h 40mnonstop
12:45 pm - 9:05 amPVG-SFO
11h 20mnonstop
$1,216China Eastern
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Thu, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 14
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,220United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 11
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
1:50 pm - 10:00 amPVG-SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$1,229China Eastern
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Thu, Feb 20 - Thu, Mar 27
12:00 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-PVG
13h 50mnonstop
1:50 pm - 10:00 amPVG-SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$1,236China Eastern
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Sat, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 29
12:00 pm - 4:40 pmSFO-PVG
13h 40mnonstop
12:45 pm - 9:05 amPVG-SFO
11h 20mnonstop
$1,239China Eastern
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Sat, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 14
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,244United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 26
12:50 pm - 6:45 pmSFO-PVG
13h 55mnonstop
1:30 pm - 8:35 amPVG-SFO
11h 05mnonstop
$1,245United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 16

Philippine Airlines flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

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Philippine Airlines
Mar 4
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
25h 25m
1 stop
PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Mar 17
PVG4:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
Philippine Airlines
Apr 8
SFO11:00 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
PVG2:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 28
PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
SFO7:45 pmSan Francisco
Philippine Airlines
Feb 17
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
25h 25m
1 stop
PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Mar 24
PVG4:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

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China Southern
Dec 5
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
18h 25m
1 stop
PVG10:00 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 24
PVG5:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 50m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
China Southern
Dec 5
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
32h 50m
2 stops
PVG12:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 24
PVG5:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 50m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
China Southern
Dec 5
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
23h 40m
2 stops
SHA3:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 24
SHA11:50 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

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

September. The cheapest time of year to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco is September. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Shanghai?

Monday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Monday. The most expensive is typically Friday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai?

In the evening. San Francisco to Shanghai flights are approximately 17% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Shanghai flight route?

San Francisco - Shanghai Pu Dong. Fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best San Francisco - Shanghai flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Shanghai flights?

60 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai is approximately 60 days to departure

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Shanghai flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Shanghai flight.

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Best Price Found

$378

Fastest flight time

13h 50m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $378. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $753.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Shanghai takes 13h 50m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Shanghai on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines and China Eastern.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • How far is San Francisco to Shanghai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Shanghai is 6133.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 13h 50m.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Shanghai

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $626Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,915 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $783Free CancellationRating
7.6
122 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $862Free CancellationRating
7.1
157 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $865Free CancellationRating
7.2
976 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $931Free CancellationRating
8.2
778 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $942Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,308 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
878 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $964Free CancellationRating
8.3
476 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,024 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $997Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,336 reviews
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