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 36% 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 $1,168 to $1,222. The lowest price recently found on this route was $867.

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11:05 am - 9:25 pm

SAN

PVG

42h 20m

2 stops

2:35 am - 7:48 pm

PVG

SAN

32h 13m

2 stops

$867ANA

dom., feb. 15 - mar., mar. 24

7:45 am - 12:20 pm

SAN

PVG

36h 35m

2 stops

8:30 am - 7:48 pm

PVG

SAN

26h 18m

2 stops

$877ANA

mar., feb. 17 - mié., mar. 25

10:25 am - 1:00 pm

SAN

PVG

35h 35m

2 stops

6:20 pm - 7:39 am

PVG

SAN

28h 19m

2 stops

$918Multiple Airlines

mar., abr. 14 - mar., may. 19

10:25 am - 10:20 am

SAN

SHA

32h 55m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 7:39 am

SHA

SAN

27h 49m

2 stops

$918Multiple Airlines

mar., abr. 14 - mar., may. 19

6:05 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

30h 55m

1 stop

3:55 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

16h 29m

1 stop

$932Air Canada

jue., mar. 26 - mié., abr. 15

11:03 am - 10:05 am

SAN

PVG

32h 02m

2 stops

7:20 am - 8:12 pm

PVG

SAN

51h 52m

2 stops

$935Air China

vie., mar. 13 - sáb., mar. 28

4:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

32h 00m

2 stops

5:35 pm - 6:48 pm

PVG

SAN

17h 13m

2 stops

$946Air Canada

mié., feb. 18 - mié., feb. 25

7:35 pm - 5:10 pm

SAN

SHA

54h 35m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 2:44 pm

SHA

SAN

35h 19m

2 stops

$997Korean Air

dom., mar. 15 - vie., mar. 20

7:35 pm - 5:10 pm

SAN

SHA

54h 35m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 10:28 pm

SHA

SAN

43h 03m

2 stops

$1,047Korean Air

vie., mar. 13 - vie., mar. 20

7:45 am - 9:35 pm

SAN

SHA

21h 50m

2 stops

9:30 pm - 11:40 pm

SHA

SAN

42h 10m

2 stops

$1,116Air China

mié., feb. 18 - mié., feb. 25

ANA flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on San Diego to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA

Feb 15

SAN11:05 amSan Diego

42h 20m

2 stops

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 24

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

32h 13m

2 stops

SAN7:48 pmSan Diego

$867

ANA

Feb 17

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

36h 35m

2 stops

PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 25

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 18m

2 stops

SAN7:48 pmSan Diego

$877

ANA

Feb 16

SAN11:05 amSan Diego

33h 20m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 23

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 49m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$1,087

Air China flights from San Diego to Shanghai

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

Air China

Mar 13

SAN11:03 amSan Diego

32h 02m

2 stops

PVG10:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 28

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

51h 52m

2 stops

SAN8:12 pmSan Diego

$935

Air China

Jan 30

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

31h 07m

2 stops

SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 8

SHA8:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 12m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$937

Air China

Mar 13

SAN11:03 amSan Diego

32h 02m

2 stops

PVG10:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 20

PVG4:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

22h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$1,061

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

dom. 2/15

11:05 am-9:25 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/24

2:35 am-7:48 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$867

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mar. 2/17

7:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/25

8:30 am-7:48 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$877

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mar. 4/14

10:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 5/19

6:20 pm-7:39 am

2 stops28h 19m

$918

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

mar. 4/14

10:25 am-10:20 am

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 5/19

6:50 pm-7:39 am

2 stops27h 49m

$918

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

jue. 3/26

6:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 4/15

3:55 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop16h 29m

$932

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

vie. 3/13

11:03 am-10:05 am

2 stops32h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 3/28

7:20 am-8:12 pm

2 stops51h 52m

$935

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mié. 2/18

4:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/25

5:35 pm-6:48 pm

2 stops17h 13m

$946

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

dom. 3/15

7:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops54h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 3/20

6:25 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops35h 19m

$997

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

vie. 3/13

7:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops54h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 3/20

6:25 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops43h 03m

$1,047

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

mié. 2/18

7:45 am-9:35 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 2/25

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,116

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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	21h 40m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Shanghai takes 21h 40m

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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How far is San Diego to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Shanghai is 6587.5 mi. 21h 40m 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
Delta	PriceFrom $538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,088 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,646 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,191 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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