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Cheap flights from San Diego to Shanghai from $549

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7:00 am - 9:05 pm
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23h 05m
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1:10 pm - 5:52 pm
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SAN
20h 42m
2 stops
$1,006Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:22 pm - 10:05 am
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PVG
25h 43m
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1:05 am - 10:59 pm
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36h 54m
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$1,008Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:00 am - 8:10 pm
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PVG
22h 10m
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11:20 am - 2:36 pm
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19h 16m
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$1,021Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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3:40 pm - 10:05 am
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PVG
27h 25m
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1:05 am - 10:59 pm
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36h 54m
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$1,023Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26
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6:15 am - 8:55 pm
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PVG
23h 40m
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11:40 am - 10:58 pm
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SAN
26h 18m
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$1,026Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:15 am - 12:25 pm
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PVG
39h 10m
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8:50 am - 2:17 pm
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44h 27m
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$1,028Korean Air
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:15 am - 12:25 pm
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PVG
39h 10m
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8:50 am - 3:20 pm
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21h 30m
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$1,072Korean Air
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 10
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9:30 am - 10:40 pm
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SHA
22h 10m
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7:45 am - 1:44 pm
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21h 59m
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$1,353Air China
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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5:00 pm - 9:45 am
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25h 45m
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10:55 am - 11:35 am
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39h 40m
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$1,370Asiana Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 14
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21h 59m
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$1,384Air China
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

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Asiana Airlines flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Asiana Airlines
Aug 29
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
25h 45m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 14
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
$1,370
Asiana Airlines
Aug 29
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
49h 45m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 16
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
$1,401
Asiana Airlines
May 12
SAN6:05 pmSan Diego
24h 40m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 20
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 13m
2 stops
SAN10:08 amSan Diego
$1,897

Japan Airlines flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Sep 1
SAN1:35 pmSan Diego
30h 45m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 20
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 25m
2 stops
SAN5:10 pmSan Diego
$1,446
Japan Airlines
Oct 25
SAN8:00 amSan Diego
36h 45m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 8
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 54m
2 stops
SAN10:04 amSan Diego
$1,537
Japan Airlines
Aug 30
SAN1:35 pmSan Diego
30h 45m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 16
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 25m
2 stops
SAN5:10 pmSan Diego
$1,639

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 10/25

7:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/8

1:10 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$1,006

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Thu 8/27

5:22 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 43m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/13

1:05 am-10:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$1,008
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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

Wed 9/9

3:40 pm-10:05 am

2 stops27h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/26

1:05 am-10:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$1,023

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 9/18

6:15 am-8:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

11:40 am-10:58 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$1,026

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/23

6:15 am-12:25 pm

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/12

8:50 am-2:17 pm

2 stops44h 27m

$1,028

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/23

6:15 am-12:25 pm

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

8:50 am-3:20 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$1,072

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Wed 10/21

9:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

7:45 am-1:44 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$1,353

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Sat 8/29

5:00 pm-9:45 am

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/14

10:55 am-11:35 am

2 stops39h 40m

$1,370

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Wed 10/21

9:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

7:45 am-1:44 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$1,384

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $514, 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.

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Fastest flight time

18h 17m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 18h 17m
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. 18h 17m 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
9,683 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,128Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,459 reviews
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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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