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 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. Friday 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.

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

Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to United States

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 58% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to United States?

Asiana Airlines, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Shanghai according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 239 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 12 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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3:10 pm - 5:55 pm

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SFO

41h 45m

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10:50 pm - 12:40 pm

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22h 50m

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$613Vietnam Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6

4:00 pm - 9:10 pm

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20h 10m

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12:30 am - 2:30 pm

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23h 00m

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$661Philippine Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29

8:35 am - 3:20 pm

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21h 45m

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11:50 pm - 8:55 pm

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30h 05m

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$693Asiana Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Wed, Aug 26

9:05 am - 7:00 pm

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24h 55m

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32h 50m

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$701Air China

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

9:05 am - 7:00 pm

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LAX

24h 55m

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26h 20m

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$703Air China

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

8:50 am - 10:40 am

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16h 50m

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$706Korean Air

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1

11:10 am - 10:40 am

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14h 30m

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12:40 pm - 9:40 am

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30h 00m

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$709Korean Air

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22

10:55 am - 3:20 pm

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SFO

19h 25m

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11:50 pm - 5:15 pm

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25h 25m

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$712Asiana Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Tue, Nov 3

7:05 pm - 10:00 pm

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17h 55m

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$719Cathay Pacific

Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 29

7:05 pm - 10:40 pm

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18h 35m

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1:00 pm - 11:55 pm

SFO

PVG

19h 55m

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$719Cathay Pacific

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23

Air China flights from Shanghai to United States

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Apr 21

SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 55m

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Apr 28

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

32h 50m

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SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$701

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Apr 21

SHA9:05 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 55m

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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Apr 28

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

26h 20m

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SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$703

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Apr 13

SHA7:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Apr 28

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

25h 25m

1 stop

SHA2:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$716

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May 5

SHA6:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 50m

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LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 14

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 05m

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SHA11:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$754

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May 5

SHA4:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 50m

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LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 14

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

25h 55m

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SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$766

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$613

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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4:00 pm-9:10 pm

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Tue 9/29

12:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$661

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/27

8:35 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

11:50 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$693

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

9:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

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Tue 4/28

10:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$701

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Tue 4/21

9:05 am-7:00 pm

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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8:50 am-10:40 am

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

12:40 pm-12:25 pm

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$706

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop14h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

12:40 pm-9:40 am

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$709

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Tue 11/3

11:50 pm-5:15 pm

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$712

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

7:05 pm-10:00 pm

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Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-11:05 am

1 stop20h 35m

$719

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

7:05 pm-10:40 pm

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1:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

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Fastest flight time	10h 47m
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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 8,276 reviews	Search Delta flights
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China Southern	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 142 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 141 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 7.3 965 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 8.1 504 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights

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