What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco?

Cathay Pacific and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Wuhan (WUH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 38m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and San Francisco?

Manila (MNL) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Flights via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $611.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Wuhan (WUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 05m.

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

Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

4:46 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 24m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

$804Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 11

3:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

4:51 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 19m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

$804Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

1:20 pm - 10:55 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

1:00 pm - 3:35 pmSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$867Cathay Pacific

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

1:20 pm - 10:40 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:55 pm - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$867Cathay Pacific

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25

8:50 am - 8:40 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 9:15 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 40m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

$869China Southern

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 30

2:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

11:35 pm - 9:15 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 40m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

$869China Southern

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 30

10:55 am - 3:30 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 35m1 stop Seoul Gimpo Intl

11:20 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,195Asiana Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 18

10:55 am - 3:30 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 35m1 stop Seoul Gimpo Intl

11:20 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,195Asiana Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 20

6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 15m1 stop Seoul Gimpo Intl

12:50 pm - 5:05 pmSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,213Korean Air

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 19

6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 15m1 stop Seoul Gimpo Intl

12:40 pm - 5:10 pmSFO San Francisco-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,213Korean Air

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27

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Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 14

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:55 amSan Francisco

Oct 21

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

35h 35m

1 stop

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$867

Cathay Pacific

Oct 8

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

Oct 20

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

40h 55m

1 stop

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$868

Cathay Pacific

Oct 15

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

Oct 21

SFO12:20 amSan Francisco

24h 15m

1 stop

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$869

Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

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Air China

Oct 20

SHA6:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

Nov 11

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

31h 55m

1 stop

SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$937

Air China

Nov 24

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

SFO9:30 amSan Francisco

Mar 31

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$938

Air China

Oct 20

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

Dec 5

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

17h 40m

1 stop

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$954

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Sun 10/18

11:20 pm-9:45 am

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$1,195

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - SFO San Francisco

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/9

10:55 am-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

11:20 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 25m

$1,195

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - SFO San Francisco

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/9

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$1,213

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - SFO San Francisco

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/15

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

12:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

$1,213

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and San Francisco?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $720 to $1,171.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $804.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of November, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $794.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $1,264. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,550.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $1,283. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,414.

How have Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$508
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $508. The best round-trip flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $804.

The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 10h 55m

There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco.

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How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 6142.1 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 10h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport is 7 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and San Francisco, the leading airline is Asiana Airlines, making up 28% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Korean Air with 23%, United Airlines with 18%, and China Eastern with 9%.

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China Southern	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $625	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,221 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 559 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $708	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,467 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $715	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,575 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,160 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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