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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco from $453

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco departing on 9/18. 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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Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 11:30 amSHA-SFO
28h 00m1 stop
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12:05 am - 3:35 pmSFO-SHA
24h 30m1 stop
$735Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 14
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 5:50 pmSHA-SFO
19h 30m1 stop
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12:05 am - 3:35 pmSFO-SHA
24h 30m1 stop
$736Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 3
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6:10 pm - 3:00 pmSHA-SFO
36h 50m1 stop
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11:30 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-SHA
25h 30m1 stop
$762Asiana Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 6
Asiana Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 3:30 pmSHA-SFO
36h 20m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-SHA
26h 30m1 stop
$780Asiana Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
China Southern Logo
9:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA-SFO
37h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 2:20 pmSFO-SHA
22h 45m2 stops
$786China Southern
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Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 23
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:30 amSHA-SFO
31h 05m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 5:05 pmSFO-SHA
37h 25m1 stop
$789Korean Air
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, May 10
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 5:10 pmSFO-SHA
37h 30m1 stop
$795Korean Air
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Mar 8
China Southern Logo
9:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA-SFO
37h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
4:37 pm - 10:20 amSFO-SHA
26h 43m2 stops
$828China Southern
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
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2:50 pm - 8:30 pmSHA-SFO
20h 40m2 stops
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6:53 pm - 10:20 amSFO-SHA
24h 27m2 stops
$833
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 20
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6:10 pm - 4:00 pmSHA-SFO
36h 50m1 stop
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4:37 pm - 11:20 amSFO-SHA
27h 43m2 stops
$972
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Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 10

Korean Air flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Our best Korean Air deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Korean Air
Dec 13
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
May 10
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
37h 25m
1 stop
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$789
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Korean Air
Sep 12
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
Mar 8
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
37h 30m
1 stop
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$795
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Korean Air
Sep 9
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
Feb 4
SFO11:40 amSan Francisco
37h 30m
1 stop
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$796
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Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Our best Air China deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Air China
Aug 30
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
Sep 6
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$887
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Air China
Jul 23
SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 35m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
Aug 23
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,342
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $765.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $989. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,406.

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 $1,185. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,416.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,017 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for as low as $749 on momondo.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (SHA to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$453

Fastest flight time

16h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $453. The best round-trip flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $735.
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 16h 35m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - San Francisco Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 6141.2 mi away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 16h 35m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

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Free Cancellation
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China EasternPriceFrom $649Free CancellationRating
7.2
151 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.6
103 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $667Free CancellationRating
7.2
893 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $751Free CancellationRating
7.6
933 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $765Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,109 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $806Free CancellationRating
8.2
455 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $890Free CancellationRating
8.4
911 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,026Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,863 reviews
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