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Cathay Pacific Logo
7:00 am - 11:55 pm
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PVG
25h 55m
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5:40 pm - 8:48 am
PVG
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SAN
30h 08m
2 stops
$942Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7
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9:30 pm - 11:05 am
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PVG
22h 35m
2 stops
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8:35 am - 5:10 pm
PVG
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SAN
23h 35m
2 stops
$1,018Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:00 am - 8:10 pm
SAN
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PVG
22h 10m
2 stops
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11:20 am - 2:36 pm
PVG
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SAN
19h 16m
2 stops
$1,021Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:00 am - 11:55 pm
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PVG
25h 55m
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9:35 am - 7:00 pm
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SAN
24h 25m
2 stops
$1,027Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 23
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9:30 pm - 11:05 am
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PVG
22h 35m
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8:35 am - 5:10 pm
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SAN
23h 35m
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$1,032Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 23
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9:08 am - 10:05 am
SAN
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PVG
33h 57m
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8:25 am - 5:47 pm
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SAN
25h 22m
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$1,034Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:00 pm - 12:45 am
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PVG
40h 45m
2 stops
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8:30 am - 5:29 pm
PVG
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SAN
24h 59m
2 stops
$1,067ANA
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:15 am - 12:20 pm
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PVG
37h 05m
2 stops
ANA Logo
8:30 am - 5:29 pm
PVG
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SAN
24h 59m
2 stops
$1,073ANA
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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3:43 pm - 11:05 am
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PVG
28h 22m
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1:20 pm - 8:50 am
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34h 30m
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$1,090Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13
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1:18 pm - 11:20 am
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SHA
55h 02m
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1:10 pm - 9:44 am
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36h 34m
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$1,553Japan Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 19

ANA flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Oct 21
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
40h 45m
2 stops
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 4
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 59m
2 stops
SAN5:29 pmSan Diego
$1,067
ANA
Nov 2
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
37h 05m
2 stops
PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 9
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 59m
2 stops
SAN5:29 pmSan Diego
$1,073
ANA
Aug 23
SAN2:24 pmSan Diego
30h 51m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 31
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 20m
2 stops
SAN7:55 pmSan Diego
$1,102

Air China flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Sep 1
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
20h 25m
1 stop
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 17
PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
23h 35m
1 stop
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
$1,188
Air China
Sep 1
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
19h 30m
2 stops
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 17
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
14h 52m
1 stop
SAN8:02 pmSan Diego
$1,193
Air China
Nov 2
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
19h 30m
1 stop
PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 9
PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 24m
1 stop
SAN2:54 pmSan Diego
$1,282

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/7

5:40 pm-8:48 am

2 stops30h 08m

$942

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/6

9:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/22

8:35 am-5:10 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,018
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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 10/21

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

11:20 am-2:36 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$1,021

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/23

9:35 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,027

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/6

9:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/23

8:35 am-5:10 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,032

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 10/10

9:08 am-10:05 am

2 stops33h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/7

8:25 am-5:47 pm

2 stops25h 22m

$1,034

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 10/21

5:00 pm-12:45 am

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

8:30 am-5:29 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,067

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 11/2

7:15 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/9

8:30 am-5:29 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,073

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/30

3:43 pm-11:05 am

2 stops28h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/13

1:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops34h 30m

$1,090

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 10/19

1:18 pm-11:20 am

2 stops55h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/19

1:10 pm-9:44 am

2 stops36h 34m

$1,553

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from San Diego is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $790.

Cheap San Diego to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

17h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 17h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Shanghai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Shanghai

  • How far is San Diego to Shanghai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Diego to Shanghai is 6587.5 mi. 17h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

    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 San Diego Airport to Shanghai.

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

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

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Shanghai

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,093Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,771 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,128Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,398 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Diego to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from San Diego to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 18.9 mi from Shanghai
Shanghai Pu Dong Airport
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