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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco from $418

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China Southern Logo
2:50 pm - 8:30 pmSHA-SFO
20h 40m2 stops
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 2:20 pmSFO-SHA
22h 45m2 stops
$678China Southern
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Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 23
China Southern Logo
9:50 pm - 8:40 pmSHA-SFO
37h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 9:20 amSFO-SHA
41h 45m2 stops
$690China Southern
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Fri, Jun 6 - Thu, Aug 28
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 10:55 pmSHA-SFO
24h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:05 am - 12:05 pmSFO-SHA
21h 00m1 stop
$727Cathay Pacific
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Sat, May 31 - Sat, Jun 21
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 10:55 pmSHA-SFO
24h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:40 pm - 3:35 pmSFO-SHA
34h 55m1 stop
$743Cathay Pacific
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Sat, May 31 - Sun, Jun 22
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:50 pm - 5:05 pmSFO-SHA
37h 15m1 stop
$798Korean Air
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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 1
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 10:40 amSHA-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 5:05 pmSFO-SHA
37h 25m1 stop
$800Korean Air
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Sat, May 31 - Tue, Jun 24
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
$852Asiana Airlines
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Sun, Jun 1 - Sun, Aug 31
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
$948Asiana Airlines
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Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 23
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmSHA-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
ANA Logo
6:45 pm - 12:15 pmSFO-SHA
26h 30m2 stops
$1,109ANA
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Wed, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 29
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 4:35 pmSHA-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
ANA Logo
1:45 am - 12:15 pmSFO-SHA
19h 30m1 stop
$1,741ANA
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Thu, Jun 5 - Sun, Jul 6

China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
China Southern
Jun 5
SHA2:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 40m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
Jun 23
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
22h 45m
2 stops
SHA2:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
China Southern
Jun 6
SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 50m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
Aug 28
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
41h 45m
2 stops
SHA9:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
China Southern
Jun 5
SHA10:50 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 40m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
Jul 7
SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco
29h 55m
2 stops
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Japan Airlines flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Jun 9
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
SFO9:45 amSan Francisco
Jun 23
SFO11:55 amSan Francisco
32h 30m
1 stop
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Japan Airlines
Jun 11
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 08m
2 stops
SFO8:58 pmSan Francisco
Jun 29
SFO4:18 pmSan Francisco
52h 07m
2 stops
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Japan Airlines
May 10
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
Jun 10
SFO4:18 pmSan Francisco
28h 07m
2 stops
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $839.

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 $1,152. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,567.

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 $1,206. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,491.

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 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $1,070 when searching 25 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 May 2025, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 7% 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

$418

Fastest flight time

15h 50m

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 $418. The best round-trip flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $678.
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 15h 50m
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)

  • 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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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $651Free CancellationRating
7.2
858 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.5
96 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $751Free CancellationRating
7.5
858 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $765Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,068 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $809Free CancellationRating
8.2
442 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $930Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,468 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $993Free CancellationRating
8.3
855 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,026Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,710 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,336Free CancellationRating
7.2
150 reviews
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