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Book flight tickets from Shanghai to San Francisco starting at ₹ 31,034

Discover our range of affordable one-way and round-trip flights from Shanghai to San Francisco and kick-start your next adventure today!

  • One way
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Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Find the best time to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to San Francisco from Shanghai have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Airlines Flying from Shanghai to San Francisco

Which airline provides the cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Francisco? Discover the option that best suits your travel needs before embarking on your journey.

Spring Airlines Japan
From ₹ 29,418
Jetstar Japan
From ₹ 29,755
Qingdao Airlines
From ₹ 30,825
China Eastern Airlines
From ₹ 31,034
Eastar Jet
From ₹ 31,522
Korean Air
From ₹ 31,952
Asiana Airlines
From ₹ 33,080
Spring Airlines
From ₹ 36,218
Juneyao Airlines
From ₹ 50,015
China Southern Airlines
From ₹ 59,162

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Alternative Routes from Shanghai to San Francisco

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? There are a few alternative ways to get to San Francisco from Shanghai which could help you save money and time.

  • Cheapest
    Spring Airlines Japan
    PVG
    17:30
    36h 0m
    1 transfer
    SFO
    13:30
    Shanghai Pudong International Airport - San Francisco International Airport
    Tue, Dec 17Spring Airlines Japan
    ₹ 29,418
  • China Southern Airlines
    SHA
    11:50
    23h 50m
    1 transfer
    SFO
    19:40
    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - San Francisco International Airport
    Thu, Dec 26China Southern Airlines
    ₹ 33,103
  • China Southern Airlines
    SHA
    11:50
    23h 50m
    1 transfer
    SFO
    19:40
    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - San Francisco International Airport
    Thu, Dec 26China Southern Airlines
    ₹ 33,103
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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around ₹ 115,650.
  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 11 hours 7 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in San Francisco?

    • The distance from San Francisco International Airport to downtown is about 17 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO): China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to San Francisco

If you don’t know some of the key things to look out for when buying flight tickets, prices can often end up sky high or, worse, sold out! We’ve carefully compiled our six most important steps to help ensure you’re getting the best deals when planning your next journey.
1
Book Early
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Compare Flight Prices
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Look Out for Deals
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Check One-way Fares
Buying two cheap one-way flights can sometimes be a better deal than a round-trip.
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Try Different Dates
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Flight Information from Shanghai to San Francisco

Cheapest nonstop flight price₹ 31,033
Cheapest round-trip ticket price₹ 91,916
Off-season for travelNovember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance9,909.39 km
Average flight time11 hours 7 minutes
Popular airlineEVA Air