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

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

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

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

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

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between United States and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 280 minutes.

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

As of February 2026, 43 flights take off from United States and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

As of February 2026, 6 flights take off from United States and land in Shanghai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 78% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from United States to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 12h 55m on average. Another popular route from United States to Shanghai is flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 13h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

XiamenAir, Cathay Pacific, and ANA are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Shanghai

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

According to our data, China Southern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from United States to Shanghai refresh daily.

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As of February 2026, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Shanghai.

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

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 United States to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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SEA

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32h 25m

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5:00 pm - 9:05 am

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31h 05m

1 stop

$662Hainan Airlines

Thu, Mar 26 - Wed, Apr 15

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12:10 am - 10:05 am

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PVG

17h 55m

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8:25 am - 2:55 pm

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21h 20m

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2:00 pm - 10:00 am

PVG

SEA

35h 00m

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$669Korean Air

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

10:55 am - 11:55 pm

LAX

PVG

21h 00m

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2:45 pm - 5:20 pm

PVG

LAX

17h 35m

1 stop

$676Cathay Pacific

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

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21h 00m

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7:10 am - 10:45 am

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LAX

18h 35m

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Mon, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 29

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SHA

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31h 15m

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$788Korean Air

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9:59 pm - 4:25 pm

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PVG

29h 26m

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6:25 pm - 6:38 am

PVG

JFK

25h 13m

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$924American Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22

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Mar 17

LAX9:55 pmLos Angeles

21h 30m

1 stop

SHA10:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 28

SHA5:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

LAX9:15 pmLos Angeles

$674

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Mar 10

LAX9:55 pmLos Angeles

26h 10m

1 stop

PVG3:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 7

PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 50m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$686

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Mar 31

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

24h 55m

1 stop

PVG1:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 21

PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 50m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$705

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Mar 19

LAX11:55 amLos Angeles

21h 00m

1 stop

PVG11:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 26

PVG2:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

17h 35m

1 stop

LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles

$678

Cathay Pacific

Apr 13

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

32h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 22

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

$683

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Mar 3

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

33h 25m

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SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 28

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 10m

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LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

$686

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1 stop32h 25m

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5:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 05m

$662

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3:45 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop37h 40m

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8:30 am-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$663

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Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/16

3:45 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop28h 40m

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1:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$664

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12:10 am-10:05 am

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1 stop21h 30m

$667

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$668

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Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/17

12:00 pm-8:25 pm

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2:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop35h 00m

$669

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Mon 3/2

10:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

2:45 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$676

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LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

11:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/29

7:10 am-10:45 am

1 stop18h 35m

$678

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SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:40 am-5:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

$788

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

9:59 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops29h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/22

6:25 pm-6:38 am

2 stops25h 13m

$924

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from United States is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,004, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,043.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,334. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United States to Shanghai for around $1,774.

What is the cheapest United States to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from United States for as low as $1,183 on momondo.

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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 United States to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
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Air China	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
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How often are flights from the United States to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between United States and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 280 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

According to our data, China Southern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of February 2026, 6 flights take off from United States and land in Shanghai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 78% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of February 2026, 43 flights take off from United States and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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