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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Shanghai from $419

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11:35 pm - 11:15 amSFO-PVG
19h 40m1 stop
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7:40 am - 12:30 pmPVG-SFO
20h 50m2 stops
$761Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 10
ANA Logo
11:00 am - 12:20 pmSFO-PVG
33h 20m1 stop
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2:35 am - 3:20 pmPVG-SFO
28h 45m1 stop
$762ANA
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Fri, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 20
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11:25 am - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
32h 55m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 4:20 pmSHA-SFO
18h 45m1 stop
$763Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 9
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11:50 pm - 3:10 pmSFO-PVG
23h 20m1 stop
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1:10 pm - 2:00 pmPVG-SFO
16h 50m1 stop
$766Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 24
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11:50 pm - 11:55 amSFO-PVG
20h 05m1 stop
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1:10 pm - 3:00 pmPVG-SFO
16h 50m1 stop
$767Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Mar 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
32h 55m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 9:45 amSHA-SFO
27h 15m1 stop
$768Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Feb 10 - Sun, Mar 1
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11:35 pm - 6:50 pmSFO-PVG
27h 15m2 stops
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10:50 pm - 7:40 pmPVG-SFO
36h 50m2 stops
$771China Southern
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Sat, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 7
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1:00 pm - 9:40 amSFO-PVG
29h 40m2 stops
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11:10 am - 10:40 amPVG-SFO
14h 30m1 stop
$772Korean Air
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Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 12:15 pmSFO-SHA
20h 40m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 10:58 pmSHA-SFO
25h 08m2 stops
$784China Southern
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Sat, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 19
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11:40 am - 5:10 pmSFO-SHA
37h 30m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
$786Korean Air
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Air China flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on San Francisco to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Jan 28
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
17h 40m
1 stop
SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 30
SHA3:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
SFO12:20 pmSan Francisco
$765
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Air China
Jan 28
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 55m
1 stop
SHA10:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 30
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 13m
2 stops
SFO8:48 amSan Francisco
$831
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Air China
Jan 28
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
31h 55m
1 stop
SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 30
SHA2:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 35m
1 stop
SFO12:20 pmSan Francisco
$834
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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jan 29
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 9
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 45m
1 stop
SFO4:20 pmSan Francisco
$763
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Cathay Pacific
Feb 10
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 1
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
SFO9:45 amSan Francisco
$768
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 17
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 9
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 40m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$769
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 November 13, 2025.
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San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

11:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

7:40 am-12:30 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$761

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Fri 11/28

11:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop33h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/20

2:35 am-3:20 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$762

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

11:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/9

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$763

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

1:10 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$766

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:50 pm-11:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/29

1:10 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$767

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

11:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/1

10:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 15m

$768

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

11:35 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

10:50 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$771

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

1:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/13

11:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop14h 30m

$772

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

11:35 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/19

1:50 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$784

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/31

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

$786

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from San Francisco is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $885, 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 Francisco averaging around $894.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $889. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Francisco to Shanghai for around $1,291.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $925. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,249.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,132 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from San Francisco for as low as $908 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap San Francisco to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

13h 30m

Direct flights

Tue, Fri and Sun

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Shanghai takes 13h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Shanghai on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Shanghai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Shanghai is 6133.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 16h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Shanghai

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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $645Free CancellationRating
7.3
938 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $669Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,004 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,058 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
8.2
486 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $706Free CancellationRating
7.2
123 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $766Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,163 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $832Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $842Free CancellationRating
7.2
177 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $853Free CancellationRating
8.3
778 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
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport