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Cheap flights from Shanghai to San Diego from $518

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 to San Diego departing on 10/5. 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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ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 8:02 pm
SHA
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SAN
21h 27m
2 stops
ANA Logo
5:00 pm - 12:15 pm
SAN
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SHA
28h 15m
2 stops
$1,137ANA
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
ANA Logo
1:00 pm - 8:02 pm
PVG
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SAN
22h 02m
2 stops
ANA Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
SAN
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PVG
36h 40m
2 stops
$1,146ANA
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 11:35 am
PVG
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SAN
30h 25m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:25 pm
SAN
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PVG
20h 10m
2 stops
$1,204United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 10:57 pm
PVG
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SAN
25h 47m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:25 pm
SAN
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PVG
20h 10m
2 stops
$1,205United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 12:18 pm
PVG
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SAN
15h 08m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 5:45 pm
SAN
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PVG
34h 49m
2 stops
$1,206United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
Air Canada Logo
3:55 pm - 4:12 pm
PVG
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SAN
15h 17m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
4:11 pm - 2:05 pm
SAN
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PVG
30h 54m
2 stops
$1,241Air Canada
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 1:05 pm
PVG
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SAN
35h 30m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
7:05 am - 4:00 pm
SAN
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PVG
16h 55m
1 stop
$1,245Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 10:30 pm
PVG
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SAN
20h 55m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
SAN
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PVG
34h 00m
1 stop
$1,251Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
3:55 pm - 4:12 pm
PVG
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SAN
15h 17m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:35 pm - 2:05 pm
SAN
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PVG
34h 30m
1 stop
$1,292Air Canada
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 12:19 am
PVG
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SAN
19h 24m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 6:55 pm
SAN
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PVG
19h 25m
2 stops
$1,591United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

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Air Canada flights from Shanghai to San Diego

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Air Canada
Sep 17
PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 17m
1 stop
SAN4:12 pmSan Diego
Sep 22
SAN4:11 pmSan Diego
30h 54m
2 stops
PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,241
Air Canada
Nov 5
PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
35h 30m
1 stop
SAN1:05 pmSan Diego
Nov 9
SAN7:05 amSan Diego
16h 55m
1 stop
PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,245
Air Canada
Nov 5
PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 55m
2 stops
SAN10:30 pmSan Diego
Nov 9
SAN2:00 pmSan Diego
34h 00m
1 stop
PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,251

United Airlines flights from Shanghai to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Shanghai to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 10
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
30h 25m
1 stop
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
Oct 14
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
20h 10m
2 stops
PVG5:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,204
United Airlines
Oct 10
PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
25h 47m
1 stop
SAN10:57 pmSan Diego
Oct 14
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
20h 10m
2 stops
PVG5:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,205
United Airlines
Oct 10
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
14h 58m
1 stop
SAN8:08 pmSan Diego
Oct 14
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
20h 30m
1 stop
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,206

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to San Diego 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 August 1, 2026.
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ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/17

1:35 pm-8:02 pm

2 stops21h 27m

San Diego

Tue 9/22

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,137

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

1:00 pm-8:02 pm

2 stops22h 02m

San Diego

Tue 9/22

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,146

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

8:10 pm-11:35 am

1 stop30h 25m

San Diego

Wed 10/14

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$1,204

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

12:10 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop25h 47m

San Diego

Wed 10/14

6:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$1,205

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

12:10 pm-12:18 pm

1 stop15h 08m

San Diego

Wed 10/14

3:56 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 49m

$1,206

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

3:55 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop15h 17m

San Diego

Tue 9/22

4:11 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 54m

$1,241

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/5

5:35 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop35h 30m

San Diego

Mon 11/9

7:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$1,245

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/5

5:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops20h 55m

San Diego

Mon 11/9

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,251

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

3:55 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop15h 17m

San Diego

Tue 9/22

12:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$1,292
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ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/5

8:55 pm-12:19 am

2 stops19h 24m

San Diego

Mon 11/9

7:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$1,591

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Fastest flight time

15h 08m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Shanghai to San Diego takes 15h 08m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai to San Diego.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to San Diego

  • How far is Shanghai to San Diego by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Shanghai to San Diego is 6587.5 mi. 15h 08m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Shanghai to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to San Diego 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 to San Diego Airport.

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

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

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