Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai from $339

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10:00 pm - 3:25 pmLAX-SHA
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9:05 am - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
24h 55m2 stops
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Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Sep 16
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10:00 pm - 1:30 pmLAX-SHA
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11:55 pm - 12:50 pmLAX-SHA
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4:10 pm - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
18h 50m1 stop
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11:55 pm - 11:00 amLAX-SHA
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10:10 am - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
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Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Dec 25
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10:00 pm - 9:55 pmLAX-SHA
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 23
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10:00 pm - 9:55 pmLAX-SHA
32h 55m2 stops
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9:05 am - 7:00 pmSHA-LAX
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11:50 pm - 12:20 pmLAX-SHA
21h 30m1 stop
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9:50 pm - 7:40 pmSHA-LAX
36h 50m1 stop
$721China Southern
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11:50 pm - 11:20 amLAX-SHA
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Air China flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air China
Aug 5
LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles
26h 25m
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SHA3:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 16
SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 55m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
Air China
Aug 12
LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles
24h 30m
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SHA1:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 26
SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 55m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
Air China
Sep 2
LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles
32h 55m
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SHA9:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 23
SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 55m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

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XiamenAir
Sep 9
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
21h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 9
SHA4:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 50m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
XiamenAir
Sep 9
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
20h 05m
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SHA11:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 25
SHA10:10 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 50m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
XiamenAir
Sep 9
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
23h 50m
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Nov 11
SHA4:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 50m
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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

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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 Los Angeles is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $930, 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 March to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $932.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,104 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 Los Angeles for as low as $993 on momondo.

How have Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 53% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$339

Fastest flight time

19h 30m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $339. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $639.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 19h 30m
There are no direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Los Angeles Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • How far is Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 6483.3 mi away from Los Angeles. 20h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?


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