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1:20 pm - 10:55 amLAX-SHA
29h 35m1 stop
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8:40 pm - 6:00 pmSHA-LAX
37h 20m1 stop
$649Air China
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Sun, Nov 16 - Mon, Dec 1
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8:55 pm - 11:25 amLAX-SHA
22h 30m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
17h 30m1 stop
$655Air China
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Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 4
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 9:45 amLAX-SHA
32h 35m1 stop
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10:55 am - 6:50 amSHA-LAX
35h 55m1 stop
$661Asiana Airlines
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Tue, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 13
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 12:15 pmLAX-SHA
22h 15m1 stop
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4:50 pm - 6:30 pmSHA-LAX
17h 40m1 stop
$672China Southern
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Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 5
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 9:45 amLAX-SHA
32h 35m1 stop
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10:55 am - 2:50 pmSHA-LAX
19h 55m1 stop
$674Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
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10:55 am - 3:20 pmLAX-SHA
36h 25m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 4:20 pmSHA-LAX
18h 45m1 stop
$679Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 4
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 am - 12:20 pmLAX-SHA
33h 25m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 8:55 pmSHA-LAX
23h 20m1 stop
$682Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Feb 11
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 10:10 amLAX-SHA
20h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:50 am - 6:30 pmSHA-LAX
23h 40m1 stop
$683China Southern
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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 10
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10:45 pm - 4:35 pmLAX-SHA
25h 50m1 stop
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11:05 am - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
23h 55m2 stops
$688XiamenAir
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 25
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10:45 pm - 10:40 amLAX-SHA
19h 55m1 stop
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9:45 pm - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
37h 15m1 stop
$690XiamenAir
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Air China flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Nov 16
LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles
29h 35m
1 stop
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 1
SHA8:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 20m
1 stop
LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles
$649
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Air China
Nov 18
LAX8:55 pmLos Angeles
22h 30m
1 stop
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 4
SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
$655
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Air China
Nov 17
LAX10:25 pmLos Angeles
19h 30m
1 stop
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 11
SHA12:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 30m
1 stop
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
$658
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Asiana Airlines flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Asiana Airlines
Dec 30
LAX9:10 amLos Angeles
32h 35m
1 stop
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 13
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
LAX6:50 amLos Angeles
$661
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Asiana Airlines
Dec 3
LAX9:10 amLos Angeles
32h 35m
1 stop
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 16
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 55m
1 stop
LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles
$674
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Asiana Airlines
Nov 14
LAX9:10 amLos Angeles
32h 35m
1 stop
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 12
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
LAX6:50 amLos Angeles
$707
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
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Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

1:20 pm-10:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/1

8:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$649

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 11/18

8:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/4

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$655

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

9:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/13

10:55 am-6:50 am

1 stop35h 55m

$661

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 11/26

10:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/5

4:50 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$672

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

9:10 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/16

10:55 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$674

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

10:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/4

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$679

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

10:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/11

1:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$682

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 12/1

10:00 pm-10:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/10

10:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$683

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

10:45 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/25

11:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$688

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

10:45 pm-10:40 am

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/10

9:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$690

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $846, 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 September, then you should wait until October to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $846.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,136. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,348.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening. Flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,126. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,481. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 $998 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 $940 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight.

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $535Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $589Free CancellationRating
7.1
122 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $594Free CancellationRating
8.2
484 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $645Free CancellationRating
7.3
932 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $661Free CancellationRating
6.6
41 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $669Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,001 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,050 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $724Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $766Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,160 reviews
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