How many flights depart from Shanghai to United States on average per day?

As of March 2026, there are 7 flights per day flying from Shanghai to United States. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 52% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Shanghai to United States on average per week?

The number of flights available between Shanghai and United States is 50 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to United States?

Hainan Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and Asiana Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to United States

What airlines fly to United States?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Shanghai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to the United States flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Shanghai to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between Shanghai and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 232 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to United States?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to United States are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to United States?

The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to United States is 13 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to United States?

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 United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

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

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4:00 pm - 1:45 pm

PVG

LAX

36h 45m

1 stop

4:55 pm - 2:30 pm

LAX

PVG

30h 35m

1 stop

$666Philippine Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Sun, Oct 11

11:40 am - 3:20 pm

PVG

SFO

18h 40m

1 stop

11:50 pm - 10:05 am

SFO

PVG

19h 15m

1 stop

$692Asiana Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Sep 2

6:25 pm - 10:40 am

SHA

SFO

31h 15m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 5:05 pm

SFO

SHA

36h 55m

1 stop

$748Korean Air

Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Aug 31

6:25 pm - 10:40 am

SHA

SFO

31h 15m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 5:05 pm

SFO

SHA

36h 55m

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$795Korean Air

Thu, Jun 18 - Sat, Aug 15

9:45 pm - 8:00 pm

SHA

LAX

37h 15m

1 stop

11:50 pm - 11:20 am

LAX

SHA

20h 30m

1 stop

$803China Southern

Thu, Jun 18 - Sat, Aug 15

8:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SHA

LAX

39h 00m

1 stop

11:50 pm - 11:20 am

LAX

SHA

20h 30m

1 stop

$829China Southern

Sat, Jun 20 - Sat, Aug 15

1:35 pm - 4:45 am

SHA

ORD

28h 10m

2 stops

5:45 pm - 12:15 pm

ORD

SHA

29h 30m

1 stop

$1,310ANA

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

10:30 pm - 1:55 pm

SHA

ORD

28h 25m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

SHA

31h 05m

1 stop

$1,314Cathay Pacific

Thu, May 28 - Sun, Sep 13

1:20 pm - 1:55 pm

SHA

ORD

37h 35m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

SHA

31h 05m

1 stop

$1,315Cathay Pacific

Wed, May 20 - Mon, Aug 3

1:35 pm - 5:15 pm

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EWR

39h 40m

1 stop

10:30 am - 12:15 pm

EWR

SHA

37h 45m

1 stop

$1,437ANA

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jul 5

Sichuan Airlines flights from Shanghai to United States

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Sichuan Airlines

Sep 1

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 35m

1 stop

LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Sep 15

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

27h 20m

1 stop

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$776

Sichuan Airlines

Jun 19

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 35m

1 stop

LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 3

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

PVG10:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

$907

Air Canada flights from Shanghai to United States

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Air Canada

Jun 4

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 18m

2 stops

SFO12:13 pmSan Francisco

Aug 31

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

34h 15m

2 stops

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$701

Air Canada

Jun 4

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 18m

2 stops

SFO12:13 pmSan Francisco

Aug 30

SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco

28h 30m

1 stop

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$711

Air Canada

Jun 21

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 13m

2 stops

SFO12:08 pmSan Francisco

Oct 1

SFO8:19 amSan Francisco

38h 46m

2 stops

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$714

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4:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 35m

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/3

11:40 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 40m

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Wed 9/2

11:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 15m

$692

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SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/5

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

1:10 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$748

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/18

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

1:10 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$795

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SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/18

9:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 8/15

11:50 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 30m

$803

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SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/20

8:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 8/15

11:50 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 30m

$829

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SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/1

1:35 pm-4:45 am

2 stops28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/15

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$1,310

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SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/28

10:30 pm-1:55 pm

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,314

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SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/20

1:20 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/3

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,315

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SHA - EWR

SHAEWR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/14

1:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Newark

Sun 7/5

10:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$1,437

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Fastest flight time	10h 47m
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The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to United States is 13 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to United States?
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 United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to United States 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 United States. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,317 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Air China	PriceFrom $570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 142 reviews	Search Air China flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $573	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $620	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 970 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $635	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $649	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,202 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 506 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights

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