What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to San Diego?

Air China and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to San Diego

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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6:00 pm - 4:40 pm

PVG

SAN

14h 40m1 stop

6:50 am - 3:50 pm

SAN

PVG

17h 00m1 stop

$860Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Mar 4

8:15 pm - 6:53 pm

PVG

SAN

14h 38m1 stop

5:45 pm - 3:50 pm

SAN

PVG

30h 05m2 stops

$865Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Mar 7

1:30 pm - 6:44 pm

SHA

SAN

21h 14m2 stops

6:15 am - 9:40 pm

SAN

SHA

23h 25m2 stops

$1,007United Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

1:30 pm - 10:37 pm

PVG

SAN

25h 07m2 stops

7:45 am - 6:45 pm

SAN

PVG

19h 00m1 stop

$1,042United Airlines

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

1:40 pm - 7:54 pm

SHA

SAN

22h 14m2 stops

6:15 am - 12:25 pm

SAN

SHA

38h 10m2 stops

$1,283ANA

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

10:55 am - 7:54 pm

SHA

SAN

24h 59m2 stops

11:03 am - 9:45 am

SAN

SHA

31h 42m2 stops

$1,300Asiana Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Mar 16

10:55 am - 7:54 pm

SHA

SAN

24h 59m2 stops

11:03 am - 9:45 am

SAN

SHA

31h 42m2 stops

$1,418Asiana Airlines

Sun, Jan 11 - Sat, Mar 14

1:40 pm - 7:54 pm

SHA

SAN

22h 14m2 stops

11:08 am - 12:25 pm

SAN

SHA

33h 17m2 stops

$1,516ANA

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

1:10 pm - 10:00 am

SHA

SAN

36h 50m2 stops

5:12 pm - 8:55 pm

SAN

SHA

35h 43m2 stops

$1,708Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 11 - Sat, Feb 28

10:55 am - 7:54 pm

SHA

SAN

24h 59m2 stops

11:05 am - 12:25 pm

SAN

SHA

33h 20m2 stops

$1,817Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Mar 1

Delta flights from Shanghai to San Diego

Our best Delta deals on Shanghai to San Diego flight tickets

Delta

Jan 15

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

14h 40m

1 stop

SAN4:40 pmSan Diego

Mar 4

SAN6:50 amSan Diego

17h 00m

1 stop

PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$860

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Delta

Jan 15

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

14h 40m

1 stop

SAN4:40 pmSan Diego

Mar 2

SAN9:45 amSan Diego

38h 05m

2 stops

PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$865

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Delta

Jan 14

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

18h 43m

1 stop

SAN8:43 pmSan Diego

Mar 8

SAN10:00 amSan Diego

17h 00m

1 stop

PVG6:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,051

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United Airlines flights from Shanghai to San Diego

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United Airlines

Jan 17

SHA1:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 14m

2 stops

SAN6:44 pmSan Diego

Jan 24

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

23h 25m

2 stops

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,007

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United Airlines

Feb 4

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

25h 07m

2 stops

SAN10:37 pmSan Diego

Feb 8

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

19h 00m

1 stop

PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,042

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United Airlines

Jan 22

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

26h 12m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

Jan 26

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

19h 00m

1 stop

PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,043

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ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

6:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$860

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

8:15 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop14h 38m

San Diego

Sat 3/7

5:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$865

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/17

1:30 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops21h 14m

San Diego

Sat 1/24

6:15 am-9:40 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,007

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/4

1:30 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops25h 07m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

7:45 am-6:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,042

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops22h 14m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

6:15 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,283

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/12

10:55 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 59m

San Diego

Mon 3/16

11:03 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 42m

$1,300

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

10:55 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 59m

San Diego

Sat 3/14

11:03 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 42m

$1,418

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/18

1:40 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops22h 14m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

11:08 am-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 17m

$1,516

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

1:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops36h 50m

San Diego

Sat 2/28

5:12 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$1,708

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

10:55 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 59m

San Diego

Sun 3/1

11:05 am-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,817

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,308. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,589.

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How far is Shanghai to San Diego by plane?
The straight-line distance from Shanghai to San Diego is 6587.5 mi. 14h 40m 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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