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

Korean Air, ANA, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Asiana Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from United States according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Historically, on average around 100% 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 137 minutes.

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

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

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flight times from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport is flying from Los Angeles to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 13h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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As of June 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

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4:59 pm - 5:05 pm

SFO

SHA

33h 06m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 10:40 am

SHA

SFO

31h 15m

1 stop

$915Korean Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

12:20 am - 3:35 pm

SFO

SHA

24h 15m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:15 pm

SHA

SFO

23h 40m

1 stop

$929Cathay Pacific

Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 26

12:20 am - 12:05 pm

SFO

SHA

20h 45m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:15 pm

SHA

SFO

23h 40m

1 stop

$934Cathay Pacific

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 28

12:40 pm - 12:15 pm

SFO

SHA

32h 35m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:30 am

SHA

SFO

35h 55m

1 stop

$948ANA

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6

5:37 pm - 12:15 pm

LAX

SHA

27h 38m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 11:06 pm

SHA

LAX

24h 31m

2 stops

$948ANA

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 6

11:20 pm - 9:45 am

SFO

SHA

19h 25m

1 stop

10:55 am - 4:00 pm

SHA

SFO

20h 05m

1 stop

$949Asiana Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 17

11:00 pm - 10:00 am

IAD

SHA

23h 00m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 7:30 pm

SHA

IAD

34h 00m

1 stop

$1,142Air China

Tue, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 12

11:00 pm - 11:55 am

IAD

SHA

24h 55m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 7:30 pm

SHA

IAD

35h 05m

1 stop

$1,143Air China

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 15

7:16 am - 11:20 am

LGA

SHA

40h 04m

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12:45 pm - 5:02 pm

SHA

LGA

40h 17m

2 stops

$1,275Japan Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

9:24 am - 11:20 am

LGA

SHA

37h 56m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 4:30 pm

SHA

LGA

39h 45m

2 stops

$1,276Japan Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Sep 7

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XiamenAir

Nov 1

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

19h 55m

1 stop

SHA10:40 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 14

SHA6:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 45m

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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$935

XiamenAir

Sep 8

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles

43h 35m

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SHA10:30 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA6:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 45m

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LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

$960

XiamenAir

Sep 1

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles

29h 55m

2 stops

SHA8:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 15

SHA12:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

$980

Asiana Airlines flights from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Asiana Airlines

Aug 6

SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco

19h 25m

1 stop

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 17

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

$949

Asiana Airlines

Jul 14

SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco

19h 25m

1 stop

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 27

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

$969

Asiana Airlines

Aug 1

SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco

19h 25m

1 stop

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 14

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

$993

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4:59 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 06m

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6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 15m

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Sun 10/11

12:20 am-3:35 pm

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1 stop23h 40m

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San Francisco

Sat 8/29

12:40 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/6

1:35 pm-10:30 am

1 stop35h 55m

$948

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

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Thu 9/3

5:37 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops27h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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1:35 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops24h 31m

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SFO - SHA

SFOSHA

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

11:20 pm-9:45 am

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/17

10:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$949

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/22

11:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/12

9:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,142

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/15

11:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/15

8:25 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$1,143

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/8

7:16 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/15

12:45 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops40h 17m

$1,275

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/17

9:24 am-11:20 am

2 stops37h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/7

12:45 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$1,276

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from United States is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $949, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until November to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $954.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,201 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from United States for as low as $1,093 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
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As of June 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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