What airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from San Diego according to our data. China Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

China Eastern is the most popular carrier operating from San Diego to Shanghai

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As of August 2026, there is 1 operator 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.

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6:20 am - 12:25 pmSAN San Diego-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 05m2 stops San Francisco Tokyo Haneda

1:40 pm - 5:29 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SAN San Diego

43h 49m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$916ANA

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 14

1:38 pm - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 22m1 stop San Francisco

5:20 pm - 6:19 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

39h 59m2 stops Wuhan San Francisco

$939Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Oct 5

4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl

3:55 pm - 1:44 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

36h 49m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 7

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 00m1 stop Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 1:47 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

36h 12m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

34h 00m1 stop Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 1:44 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

36h 09m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

7:05 am - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 55m1 stop Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 1:47 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

36h 12m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29

4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl

5:35 pm - 6:37 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

40h 02m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Oct 29

4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl

3:55 pm - 8:45 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

43h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco

$956Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Oct 4

6:15 am - 5:45 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

8:55 pm - 8:24 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

15h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,179United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Nov 4

6:15 am - 5:45 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

8:10 pm - 8:02 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

14h 52m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,179United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

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3:43 pm - 12:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 22m2 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 10:08 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

29h 03m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,190Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

7:59 pm - 4:30 pmSAN San Diego-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 31m2 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

7:40 pm - 11:16 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SAN San Diego

30h 36m2 stops Taipei City Sung Shan San Francisco

$1,190Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

3:43 pm - 12:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 22m2 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 11:16 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

30h 11m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,228Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

6:15 am - 5:15 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:15 am - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

45h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,349Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

6:15 am - 5:15 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:55 am - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

44h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,355Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

7:00 am - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 00m1 stop San Francisco

11:30 am - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

42h 20m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,382Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

7:15 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 3:54 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

18h 44m1 stop San Francisco

$1,528United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

7:15 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 12:13 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

15h 03m1 stop San Francisco

$1,536Air China

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

9:49 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 36m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 5:26 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

20h 16m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$1,551United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

6:20 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 05m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 1:44 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

16h 34m1 stop San Francisco

$1,596Air China

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26

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Jan 17

SAN6:20 amSan Diego

38h 05m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 14

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 49m

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SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$916

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Sep 1

SAN7:15 amSan Diego

38h 00m

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Sep 9

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 27m

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SAN8:02 pmSan Diego

$975

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Sep 1

SAN5:00 pmSan Diego

40h 45m

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Sep 9

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 37m

2 stops

SAN8:02 pmSan Diego

$986

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Oct 2

SAN2:24 pmSan Diego

31h 51m

2 stops

SHA1:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 14

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 59m

2 stops

SAN3:54 pmSan Diego

$1,176

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Oct 12

SAN2:24 pmSan Diego

30h 31m

2 stops

SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 24

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 47m

2 stops

SAN5:17 pmSan Diego

$1,193

Air China

Oct 2

SAN2:24 pmSan Diego

31h 51m

2 stops

SHA1:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 9

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 24m

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SAN3:54 pmSan Diego

$1,197

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SAN San Diego - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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San Diego

Sun 1/17

6:20 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/14

1:40 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops43h 49m

$916

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SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/16

1:38 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop36h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

5:20 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops39h 59m

$939

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/16

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/7

3:55 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops36h 49m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 11/8

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

5:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 11/30

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/6

5:35 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops36h 09m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Thu 11/19

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/29

5:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/23

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/29

5:35 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops40h 02m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 9/19

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/4

3:55 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops43h 50m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 10/14

6:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

8:55 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$1,179

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 9/11

6:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

8:10 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop14h 52m

$1,179

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $834, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $1,003.

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The best one-way flight to Shanghai from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $461. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $916.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 19h 00m

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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. 19h 00m 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 August 2026, there is 1 operator 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.

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