S$466 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai (LAX-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$466 for one-way flights and S$888 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Sun, 17 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SHA
Shanghai
S$888 Return, found 1 day ago
S$888
Return
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, 17 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Mon, 25 Aug, priced at S$888 found 1 day ago
Sichuan Airlines
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$964 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$964
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$964 found 21 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,090 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,090
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,090 found 21 hours ago
Asiana Airlines
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,090 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,090
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,090 found 21 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,103 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,103
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,103 found 21 hours ago
Korean Air
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,141 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,141
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,141 found 21 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SHA
Shanghai
S$1,172 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,172
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,172 found 21 hours ago
Air China
Fri, 12 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
LAX
Los Angeles
SHA
Shanghai
S$1,242 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,242
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Fri, 12 Sep from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Sun, 21 Sep, priced at S$1,242 found 4 days ago
United
Fri, 12 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,353 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,353
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 12 Sep from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Sun, 21 Sep, priced at S$1,353 found 4 days ago
China Airlines
Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,418 Return, found 21 hours ago
S$1,418
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$1,418 found 21 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (SHA)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$730 - S$1,366 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Los Angeles to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
S$887
Distance
10381 km

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) start from S$888. Book today to score the best price for your next big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
We understand that things come up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for LAX to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SHA?
The distance is around 10,500 kilometres. Earplugs? Check. Spare socks? Double check. We recommend you pack all the essentials for this long-haul Los Angeles to China flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
If you want to fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, you'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are LAX to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from LAX to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) arising a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals regularly --- as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

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