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 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.

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?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to United States

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.

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 29% 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 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 79% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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 11 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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LAX

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4:55 pm - 2:30 pm

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30h 35m

1 stop

$650Philippine Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23

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20h 10m

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23h 00m

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Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Dec 2

1:10 pm - 3:20 pm

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Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 17

7:05 pm - 10:00 pm

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19h 40m

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Tue, May 12 - Mon, Jul 6

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$749Korean Air

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SHA

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$750Korean Air

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8:25 am - 2:25 pm

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SEA

21h 00m

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SEA

PVG

37h 10m

1 stop

$760ANA

Sat, Jun 20 - Fri, Aug 21

Philippine Airlines flights from Shanghai to United States

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LAX4:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 35m

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PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$650

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Sep 9

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Sep 16

LAX4:55 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 35m

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PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$657

Philippine Airlines

Sep 1

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

20h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

Sep 29

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

23h 00m

1 stop

PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$666

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Sichuan Airlines

Sep 1

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 35m

1 stop

LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Nov 24

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

25h 55m

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PVG3:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$698

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Apr 14

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 35m

1 stop

LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 14

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

27h 20m

1 stop

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$726

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May 12

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 35m

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LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 7

LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 25m

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PVG10:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

$727

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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Wed 9/16

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/1

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

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Tue 9/29

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$692

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1:10 pm-3:20 pm

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Sun 5/17

11:50 pm-10:05 am

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

7:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop17h 55m

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Mon 7/6

12:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop19h 40m

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/12

4:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

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Mon 7/6

12:25 am-12:05 pm

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$718

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/17

6:25 pm-10:40 am

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Wed 5/6

12:40 pm-5:05 pm

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$749

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SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/20

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

12:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$750

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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8:25 am-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

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Fri 8/21

4:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$760

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Fastest flight time	10h 47m
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The fastest flight from Shanghai to United States takes 10h 47m

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The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to United States is 11 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 8,296 reviews	Search Delta flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $441	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,207 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
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 7.3 967 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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