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Cheap flights from Shanghai to San Francisco from $428

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China Southern Logo
6:05 pm - 7:40 pmPVG-SFO
17h 35m1 stop
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11:35 pm - 4:45 pmSFO-PVG
25h 10m1 stop
$665China Southern
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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Jan 1
China Southern Logo
6:05 pm - 7:40 pmPVG-SFO
17h 35m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 12:25 amSFO-PVG
32h 50m2 stops
$666China Southern
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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Jan 1
Asiana Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 2:00 pmPVG-SFO
21h 35m1 stop
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11:50 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-PVG
30h 15m1 stop
$668Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Dec 17 - Sat, Mar 21
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 2:00 pmPVG-SFO
18h 25m1 stop
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11:50 pm - 11:55 amSFO-PVG
20h 05m1 stop
$671Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Jan 5
Korean Air Logo
2:00 pm - 9:30 amPVG-SFO
35h 30m1 stop
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11:40 am - 9:45 amSFO-PVG
30h 05m1 stop
$676Korean Air
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Fri, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 25
Korean Air Logo
2:00 pm - 9:30 amPVG-SFO
35h 30m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
11:40 am - 12:35 pmSFO-PVG
32h 55m1 stop
$693Korean Air
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Sun, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 30
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:35 pm - 9:00 pmSHA-SFO
20h 25m1 stop
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11:25 am - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
32h 55m1 stop
$705Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 13
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:35 pm - 9:00 pmSHA-SFO
20h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 12:20 pmSFO-SHA
32h 55m1 stop
$706Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 16
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 9:33 pmPVG-SFO
43h 58m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-PVG
30h 00m1 stop
$711Air Canada
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 4
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 2:52 pmPVG-SFO
37h 17m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-PVG
30h 00m1 stop
$713Air Canada
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Jan 3

Air China flights from Shanghai to San Francisco

Our best Air China deals on Shanghai to San Francisco flight tickets
Air China
Dec 10
SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
Jan 3
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
37h 55m
1 stop
SHA5:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$777
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Air China
Jan 23
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 17m
2 stops
SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco
Apr 22
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$851
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Air China
Jan 23
SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 42m
2 stops
SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco
Apr 22
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
1 stop
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$853
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Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to San Francisco

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai to San Francisco flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Nov 11
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 45m
1 stop
SFO4:20 pmSan Francisco
Dec 31
SFO9:45 pmSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$705
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Cathay Pacific
Dec 16
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
Jan 16
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$706
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Cathay Pacific
Dec 21
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
SFO4:05 pmSan Francisco
Dec 30
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 25m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
$708
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to San Francisco 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 November 6, 2025.
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ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/18

6:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

11:35 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$665

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/18

6:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

11:35 pm-12:25 am

2 stops32h 50m

$666

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/17

8:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop21h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

11:50 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$668

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

11:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

11:50 pm-11:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

$671

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/21

2:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

11:40 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

$676

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/21

2:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

11:40 am-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$693

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

11:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$705

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/16

4:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

11:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$706

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/11

5:35 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops43h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

6:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$711

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

5:35 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops37h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

6:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$713

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai 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 October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $772.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $978. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,419.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Shanghai 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 $1,117. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,408.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to San Francisco flight route?

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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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $973 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 for as low as $718 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to San Francisco

Fastest flight time

10h 55m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from Shanghai to San Francisco takes 10h 55m
Direct flights go from Shanghai to San Francisco on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • How far is Shanghai to San Francisco by plane?

    The distance between Shanghai and San Francisco is about 6133.8 mi. 13h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco Airport?

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

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to San Francisco

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Rating
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $410Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,416 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $649Free CancellationRating
7.2
174 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $679Free CancellationRating
8.2
485 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $708Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,055 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,160 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,026Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,007 reviews
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