What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

United Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flight times from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 12h 55m on average. Another popular route from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 13h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Cathay Pacific, ANA, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Prices for flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of February 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SHA

32h 40m

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1:20 pm - 10:45 am

SHA

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36h 25m

1 stop

$666Cathay Pacific

Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, May 3

11:55 pm - 11:00 am

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20h 10m

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19h 15m

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SHA

18h 55m

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SHA

42h 25m

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33h 52m

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3:45 pm - 5:10 pm

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SJC

35h 35m

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SHA

32h 12m

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9:30 pm - 11:40 pm

SHA

SAN

41h 10m

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SHA

23h 00m

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5:30 pm - 7:48 pm

SHA

SAN

41h 18m

2 stops

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8:00 am - 12:15 pm

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SHA

37h 15m

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1:35 pm - 3:14 pm

SHA

RNO

40h 39m

2 stops

$1,481ANA

Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 17

Cathay Pacific flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Apr 4

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

32h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 25m

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LAX10:45 amLos Angeles

$666

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Mar 3

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

33h 25m

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SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 19

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 40m

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LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

$677

Cathay Pacific

Mar 18

LAX11:55 amLos Angeles

33h 25m

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SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 25

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles

$678

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Feb 16

LAX3:45 pmLos Angeles

28h 40m

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SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

LAX5:50 pmLos Angeles

$675

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Mar 3

LAX3:45 pmLos Angeles

28h 40m

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SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 20m

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$708

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Feb 16

LAX3:45 pmLos Angeles

28h 40m

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SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

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1:20 pm-10:45 am

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11:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

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2:10 pm-8:00 pm

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3:45 pm-12:25 pm

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Thu 3/19

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2 stops32h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/26

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,007

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SAN - SHA

SANSHA

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7:55 am-10:55 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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5:30 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops41h 18m

$1,042

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8:00 am-12:15 pm

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2 stops40h 39m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from California is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $799, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $809.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $938 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from California for as low as $890 on momondo.

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As of February 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $530	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,142 reviews	Search Delta flights
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