What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Cathay Pacific, XiamenAir, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

United Airlines, China Eastern and Asiana Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Los Angeles according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% 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.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 17m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Vancouver (YVR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 44m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Los Angeles and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Chengdu (TFU) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $699.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Incheon (ICN) was the most common stop: 26% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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?

As of November 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from 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.

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $831, 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 October, then you should wait until November to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $843.

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 $983 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 $931 on momondo.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 6483.3 mi away from Los Angeles. 19h 15m 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?
As of November 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is United Airlines, representing 22% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 14%, Asiana Airlines at 8%, and Cathay Pacific at 7%.

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Cathay Pacific, XiamenAir, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Los Angeles and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Incheon (ICN) was the most common stop: 26% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Chengdu (TFU) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $699.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 17m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Vancouver (YVR) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 44m.

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