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Cheap flights from Shanghai to San Diego from $513

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 10/23. 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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Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 11:47 pm
PVG
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SAN
21h 17m
2 stops
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 7:50 pm
SAN
-
PVG
21h 30m
1 stop
$993Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 11:47 pm
PVG
-
SAN
20h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:02 am - 7:50 pm
SAN
-
PVG
17h 48m
1 stop
$1,053Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 9
American Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 9:48 pm
PVG
-
SAN
19h 28m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 3:20 pm
SAN
-
PVG
29h 35m
1 stop
$1,093American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 9:48 pm
PVG
-
SAN
19h 28m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 3:20 pm
SAN
-
PVG
29h 05m
2 stops
$1,098American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:48 am
SHA
-
SAN
28h 58m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 10:20 am
SAN
-
SHA
25h 58m
2 stops
$1,114Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:48 am
SHA
-
SAN
28h 58m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 12:20 pm
SAN
-
SHA
27h 58m
2 stops
$1,115Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:08 pm
PVG
-
SAN
14h 58m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:45 pm
SAN
-
PVG
20h 30m
1 stop
$1,204United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 8:08 pm
SHA
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SAN
21h 33m
2 stops
ANA Logo
5:00 pm - 12:15 pm
SAN
-
SHA
28h 15m
2 stops
$1,333ANA
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:45 pm
PVG
-
SAN
40h 55m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 5:45 pm
SAN
-
PVG
32h 17m
2 stops
$1,360United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 8:08 pm
SHA
-
SAN
21h 33m
2 stops
ANA Logo
5:00 pm - 12:15 pm
SAN
-
SHA
28h 15m
2 stops
$1,379ANA
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8

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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
19h 21m
2 stops
SAN12:31 amSan Diego
Oct 14
SAN6:28 pmSan Diego
32h 17m
2 stops
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,204
United Airlines
Oct 1
PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
40h 55m
2 stops
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
Oct 6
SAN6:28 pmSan Diego
32h 17m
2 stops
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,360
United Airlines
Oct 1
PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
57h 54m
2 stops
SAN1:44 pmSan Diego
Oct 8
SAN2:24 pmSan Diego
28h 51m
2 stops
PVG10:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
$1,367

Japan Airlines flights from Shanghai to San Diego

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Shanghai to San Diego flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Aug 10
PVG9:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
Aug 24
SAN9:05 amSan Diego
19h 40m
2 stops
PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,453
Japan Airlines
Aug 10
PVG9:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
Aug 26
SAN9:05 amSan Diego
19h 40m
2 stops
PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,511
Japan Airlines
Aug 10
PVG9:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN11:35 amSan Diego
Aug 26
SAN9:05 amSan Diego
19h 40m
2 stops
PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
$1,512

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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 July 26, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

5:30 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops21h 17m

San Diego

Thu 10/8

7:20 am-7:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$993

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

6:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop20h 22m

San Diego

Fri 10/9

11:02 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$1,053

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/2

5:20 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop19h 28m

San Diego

Wed 10/7

6:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,093

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/2

5:20 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop19h 28m

San Diego

Wed 10/7

7:15 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$1,098

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/5

6:50 pm-8:48 am

2 stops28h 58m

San Diego

Sat 9/12

5:22 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 58m

$1,114

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/5

6:50 pm-8:48 am

2 stops28h 58m

San Diego

Sat 9/12

5:22 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops27h 58m

$1,115
Quickest round-trip

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/10

8:10 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop14h 58m

San Diego

Wed 10/14

6:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$1,204

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/2

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops21h 33m

San Diego

Wed 10/7

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,333

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

6:50 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops40h 55m

San Diego

Tue 10/6

6:28 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$1,360

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/1

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops21h 33m

San Diego

Thu 10/8

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,379

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Fastest flight time

17h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai to San Diego takes 17h 30m
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. 17h 30m 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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