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Cheap flights from San Diego to Shanghai from $466

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Diego to Shanghai departing on 9/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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8:33 pm - 8:55 pm
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PVG
33h 22m
2 stops
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11:40 am - 7:54 pm
PVG
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SAN
23h 14m
2 stops
$904Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 16
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7:15 am - 10:05 am
SAN
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PVG
35h 50m
2 stops
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1:05 am - 11:35 pm
PVG
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SAN
37h 30m
2 stops
$918Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:15 am - 10:05 am
SAN
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PVG
35h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:59 pm
PVG
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SAN
25h 49m
2 stops
$968Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 4
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7:59 pm - 5:05 pm
SAN
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SHA
30h 06m
2 stops
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6:25 pm - 7:19 pm
SHA
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SAN
39h 54m
2 stops
$991Korean Air
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 3
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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
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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2:24 pm - 12:45 am
SAN
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PVG
19h 21m
2 stops
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8:25 am - 8:08 pm
PVG
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SAN
26h 43m
2 stops
$1,066ANA
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Oct 1
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2:24 pm - 12:15 pm
SAN
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SHA
30h 51m
2 stops
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1:35 pm - 8:08 pm
SHA
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SAN
21h 33m
2 stops
$1,066ANA
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Oct 1
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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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5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
SAN
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PVG
60h 40m
2 stops
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8:25 am - 8:08 pm
PVG
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SAN
26h 43m
2 stops
$1,072ANA
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Oct 1
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5:00 pm - 12:15 pm
SAN
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SHA
52h 15m
2 stops
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1:35 pm - 8:08 pm
SHA
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SAN
21h 33m
2 stops
$1,072ANA
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

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Japan Airlines flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Aug 21
SAN1:35 pmSan Diego
30h 45m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 30
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 25m
2 stops
SAN5:10 pmSan Diego
$1,520
Japan Airlines
Jun 17
SAN1:55 pmSan Diego
54h 25m
2 stops
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 23
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 36m
2 stops
SAN6:21 pmSan Diego
$2,574
Japan Airlines
Jun 17
SAN1:55 pmSan Diego
54h 25m
2 stops
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 23
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 36m
2 stops
SAN6:21 pmSan Diego
$2,577

ANA flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Aug 31
SAN2:24 pmSan Diego
30h 51m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 1
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 33m
2 stops
SAN8:08 pmSan Diego
$1,066
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
Sep 1
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
52h 15m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 28
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 33m
2 stops
SAN8:08 pmSan Diego
$1,072

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 16, 2026.
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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 8/30

8:33 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

11:40 am-7:54 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$904

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 9/2

7:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/29

1:05 am-11:35 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$918

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 9/18

7:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/4

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$968

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 8/24

7:59 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops30h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/3

6:25 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops39h 54m

$991
Quickest round-trip

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

$1,020

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 8/31

2:24 pm-12:45 am

2 stops19h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

8:25 am-8:08 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$1,066

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 8/31

2:24 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/1

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$1,066

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

Tue 9/1

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops60h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

8:25 am-8:08 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$1,072

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Tue 9/1

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops52h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/30

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$1,072

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $790, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $834.

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Fastest flight time

20h 00m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 20h 00m
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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. 20h 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.

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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
9,842 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,128Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,405 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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