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Cheap flights from California to Shanghai from $470

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Shanghai departing on 8/18. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 am - 12:05 pm
LAX
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SHA
20h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 5:20 pm
SHA
-
LAX
18h 45m
1 stop
$892Cathay Pacific
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 27
XiamenAir Logo
11:55 pm - 11:00 am
LAX
-
SHA
20h 05m
1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
6:10 pm - 8:00 pm
SHA
-
LAX
16h 50m
1 stop
$894XiamenAir
Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11
XiamenAir Logo
11:45 pm - 1:50 pm
LAX
-
SHA
23h 05m
2 stops
XiamenAir Logo
7:10 am - 7:00 pm
SHA
-
LAX
27h 50m
1 stop
$895XiamenAir
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8
ANA Logo
6:45 pm - 12:15 pm
LAX
-
SHA
26h 30m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 6:45 pm
SHA
-
LAX
20h 10m
1 stop
$899ANA
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22
ANA Logo
5:37 pm - 12:15 pm
LAX
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SHA
27h 38m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 3:35 pm
SHA
-
LAX
17h 00m
1 stop
$902ANA
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Aug 27
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 9:45 am
LAX
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SHA
32h 05m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:20 am
SHA
-
LAX
36h 25m
1 stop
$905Asiana Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 18
Korean Air Logo
7:30 pm - 5:05 pm
SAN
-
SHA
30h 35m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 7:16 pm
SHA
-
SAN
39h 51m
2 stops
$940Korean Air
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 19
Korean Air Logo
6:20 am - 5:05 pm
ONT
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SHA
43h 45m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 5:17 pm
SHA
-
ONT
37h 52m
2 stops
$947Korean Air
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Oct 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 10:40 am
SFO
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SHA
24h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 11:49 pm
SHA
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SFO
42h 04m
2 stops
$989Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 9:45 am
LAS
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SHA
54h 29m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:10 pm
SHA
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LAS
24h 15m
2 stops
$1,003Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 10

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Cathay Pacific flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Oct 14
LAX12:25 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
20h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 27
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 45m
1 stop
LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$892
Cathay Pacific
Oct 12
LAX12:25 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
20h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 26
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 45m
1 stop
LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$900
Cathay Pacific
Sep 10
LAX1:25 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
19h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 23
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 10m
1 stop
LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$903

XiamenAir flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best XiamenAir deals on California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
XiamenAir
Sep 27
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
20h 05m
1 stop
SHA11:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 11
SHA6:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 50m
1 stop
LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$894
XiamenAir
Oct 25
LAX11:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
23h 05m
2 stops
SHA1:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 8
SHA7:10 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$895
XiamenAir
Oct 18
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
20h 05m
1 stop
SHA11:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 15
SHA7:10 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
$901

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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 June 9, 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 10/14

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/27

1:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$892
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/27

11:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/11

6:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$894

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 10/25

11:45 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/8

7:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$895

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

6:45 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/22

1:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$899

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

5:37 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops27h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/27

1:35 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$902

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

10:40 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/18

10:55 am-8:20 am

1 stop36h 25m

$905

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Wed 9/9

7:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/19

6:25 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops39h 51m

$940

OntarioShanghai

ONT - SHA

ONTSHA

Ontario

Tue 9/1

6:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/21

6:25 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops37h 52m

$947

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 11/19

6:20 pm-10:40 am

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/30

9:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops42h 04m

$989

Las VegasShanghai

LAS - SHA

LASSHA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/18

12:16 pm-9:45 am

2 stops54h 29m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

10:55 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$1,003

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $427, 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 November, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $463.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $953 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 $738 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight.

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Fastest flight time

12h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 12h 55m
There are no direct flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

  • How many operators does momondo search 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.

Best airlines flying from California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Rating
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Price
Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $569Free CancellationRating
7.9
33 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $573Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,394 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $581Free CancellationRating
8.1
540 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $588Free CancellationRating
7.3
154 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $599Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,365 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $615Free CancellationRating
7.3
999 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,149 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $648Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,228 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $653Free CancellationRating
6.6
46 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
7.5
153 reviews
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