Cheap flights from Shanghai to San Francisco from $429
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $914.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,231. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,534.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
Our data shows that the cheapest Shanghai to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $1,183. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,538.
What is the cheapest Shanghai to San Francisco flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Shanghai when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,159 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Shanghai for as low as $957 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to San Francisco flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to San Francisco?
China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to San Francisco
What airlines fly to San Francisco?
Asiana Airlines, United Airlines and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Shanghai according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Shanghai to San Francisco on average per day?
As of March 2025, 2 flights take off from Shanghai and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Shanghai to San Francisco on average per week?
The number of flights available between Shanghai and San Francisco is 15 per week as of March 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to San Francisco
Best Price Found | $429 |
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Fastest flight time | 11h 15m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Shanghai to San Francisco by plane?
The distance between Shanghai and San Francisco is about 6133.8 mi. 14h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport as of March 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
Best airlines flying from Shanghai to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Shanghai to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $651 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 842 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $652 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 91 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $751 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 441 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $751 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 835 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $765 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 1,049 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $857 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 78 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $930 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.3 1,440 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $993 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.3 828 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,026 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,608 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,306 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 135 reviews |
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Can I find flights from Shanghai to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Shanghai to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to San Francisco, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to San Francisco from Shanghai and alert you when they change.