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Cheap flights from San Diego to Shanghai from $451

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 10/14. 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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7:00 am - 10:05 am
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PVG
36h 05m
2 stops
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1:05 am - 10:59 pm
PVG
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SAN
36h 54m
2 stops
$807Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
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6:15 am - 8:55 pm
SAN
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PVG
23h 40m
2 stops
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11:35 am - 5:47 pm
PVG
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SAN
22h 12m
2 stops
$923Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:05 am - 4:00 pm
SAN
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PVG
16h 55m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 1:47 pm
PVG
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SAN
36h 12m
2 stops
$956Air Canada
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:05 am - 4:00 pm
SAN
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PVG
16h 55m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 11:57 am
PVG
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SAN
34h 22m
2 stops
$956Air Canada
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:05 am - 4:00 pm
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PVG
16h 55m
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5:35 pm - 2:55 pm
PVG
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SAN
37h 20m
2 stops
$956Air Canada
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:55 pm - 4:00 pm
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PVG
32h 05m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 1:47 pm
PVG
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SAN
36h 12m
2 stops
$956Air Canada
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:05 am - 4:00 pm
SAN
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PVG
16h 55m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 5:59 pm
PVG
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SAN
16h 24m
1 stop
$959Air Canada
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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PVG
34h 00m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 5:59 pm
PVG
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SAN
16h 24m
1 stop
$959Air Canada
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:45 am - 5:25 pm
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PVG
16h 40m
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12:10 pm - 1:44 pm
PVG
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SAN
16h 34m
1 stop
$1,179United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
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9:35 am - 5:25 pm
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16h 50m
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8:10 pm - 8:02 pm
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14h 52m
1 stop
$1,179United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

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Air China flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Nov 12
SAN2:30 pmSan Diego
27h 25m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 25
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 52m
2 stops
SAN1:47 pmSan Diego
$1,066
Air China
Nov 19
SAN2:30 pmSan Diego
27h 25m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 29
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 22m
2 stops
SAN5:17 pmSan Diego
$1,090
Air China
Nov 12
SAN2:30 pmSan Diego
27h 25m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 24
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 17m
2 stops
SAN1:47 pmSan Diego
$1,101

Cathay Pacific flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Aug 31
SAN7:59 pmSan Diego
25h 06m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 4
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 00m
2 stops
SAN5:20 pmSan Diego
$1,191
Cathay Pacific
Oct 6
SAN4:26 pmSan Diego
28h 39m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 20
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
41h 32m
2 stops
SAN3:52 pmSan Diego
$1,367
Cathay Pacific
Aug 1
SAN9:27 pmSan Diego
23h 38m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 3
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 07m
2 stops
SAN10:37 pmSan Diego
$2,641

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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 July 29, 2026.
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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/14

1:05 am-10:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$807

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 10/16

6:15 am-8:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/16

11:35 am-5:47 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$923

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 11/18

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/25

5:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 11/2

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/10

5:35 pm-11:57 am

2 stops34h 22m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 11/2

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/16

5:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 10/24

4:55 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

5:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$956

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 11/22

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/7

5:35 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$959

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 11/21

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/7

5:35 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$959

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/6

9:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/13

12:10 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,179
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 9/8

9:35 am-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 50m

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 $1,022.

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Fastest flight time

16h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 16h 55m
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. 16h 55m 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,093Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,052 reviews
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