What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Shanghai?

ANA and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

United Airlines, China Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from San Diego according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?

As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai.

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.

$446 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Shanghai in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,235 to $1,254. The lowest price recently found on this route was $862.

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11:08 am - 1:15 am

SAN

PVG

46h 07m

2 stops

8:30 am - 6:48 pm

PVG

SAN

26h 18m

2 stops

$862ANA

Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 26

11:05 am - 5:55 pm

SAN

PVG

38h 50m

2 stops

4:30 pm - 11:40 pm

PVG

SAN

22h 10m

2 stops

$919Air China

Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 12

11:05 am - 9:40 am

SAN

SHA

30h 35m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 11:40 pm

SHA

SAN

40h 10m

2 stops

$919Air China

Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 11

8:37 pm - 1:15 am

SAN

PVG

36h 38m

2 stops

8:30 am - 12:49 pm

PVG

SAN

44h 19m

2 stops

$923ANA

Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 9

8:37 pm - 9:25 pm

SAN

PVG

56h 48m

2 stops

8:30 am - 12:49 pm

PVG

SAN

44h 19m

2 stops

$929ANA

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

2:55 pm - 5:10 pm

SAN

SHA

58h 15m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 2:31 pm

SHA

SAN

36h 06m

2 stops

$933Korean Air

Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 16

8:37 pm - 1:15 am

SAN

PVG

36h 38m

2 stops

2:35 am - 12:49 pm

PVG

SAN

50h 14m

2 stops

$938ANA

Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8

6:05 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

29h 55m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

15h 49m

1 stop

$954Air Canada

Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 16

11:08 am - 9:55 am

SAN

SHA

30h 47m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 11:42 pm

SHA

SAN

22h 12m

2 stops

$958Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 29

4:10 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

31h 50m

2 stops

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

15h 49m

1 stop

$959Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 26

ANA flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA

Feb 8

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

46h 07m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 26

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 18m

2 stops

SAN6:48 pmSan Diego

$862

ANA

Jan 28

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

36h 38m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 9

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

44h 19m

2 stops

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

$923

ANA

Feb 2

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

56h 48m

2 stops

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 9

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

44h 19m

2 stops

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

$929

Air China flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Feb 17

SAN11:05 amSan Diego

30h 35m

2 stops

SHA9:40 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 11

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$919

Air China

Jan 31

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

21h 55m

2 stops

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 8

SHA8:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 12m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$960

Air China

Feb 17

SAN11:05 amSan Diego

40h 15m

2 stops

SHA7:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 13

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$969

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 2/8

11:08 am-1:15 am

2 stops46h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

8:30 am-6:48 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$862

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 2/17

11:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

4:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$919

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Tue 2/17

11:05 am-9:40 am

2 stops30h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/11

10:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$919

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 1/28

8:37 pm-1:15 am

2 stops36h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

8:30 am-12:49 pm

2 stops44h 19m

$923

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 2/2

8:37 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops56h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

8:30 am-12:49 pm

2 stops44h 19m

$929

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Sat 1/31

2:55 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops58h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/16

6:25 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops36h 06m

$933

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:37 pm-1:15 am

2 stops36h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/8

2:35 am-12:49 pm

2 stops50h 14m

$938

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 1/31

6:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/16

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$954

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 1/26

11:08 am-9:55 am

2 stops30h 47m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/29

5:30 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$958

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 2/8

4:10 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$959

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from San Diego is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,085, 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 $1,094.

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Fastest flight time	24h 10m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 24h 10m

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How far is San Diego to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Shanghai is 6587.5 mi. 24h 10m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai?
As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Shanghai.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,622 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,044 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,162 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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