S$514 Cheap Flights from Shanghai to San Francisco

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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to San Francisco (SHA-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$514 for one-way flights and S$919 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Vietnam Airlines
Sat, 25 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$919 Return, found 3 days ago
S$919
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Wed, 29 Oct, priced at S$919 found 3 days ago
Asiana Airlines
Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$991 Return, found 5 days ago
S$991
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Thu, 27 Nov from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at S$991 found 5 days ago
Korean Air
Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$991 Return, found 5 days ago
S$991
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Thu, 27 Nov from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at S$991 found 5 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,061 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,061
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$1,061 found 5 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Thu, 4 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,110 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,110
Return
found 5 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Sep from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Wed, 10 Sep, priced at S$1,110 found 5 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Mon, 1 Sep - Mon, 8 Sep
SHA
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,139 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,139
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Mon, 8 Sep, priced at S$1,139 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,346 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,346
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, 27 Nov from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at S$1,346 found 5 days ago
All Nippon Airways
Mon, 1 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,435 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,435
Return
found 3 days ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Tue, 30 Sep, priced at S$1,435 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,478 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,478
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 27 Nov from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at S$1,478 found 5 days ago
EVA Airways
Thu, 4 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
PVG
Shanghai
SFO
San Francisco
S$1,479 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,479
Return
found 5 days ago
Select EVA Airways flight, departing Thu, 4 Sep from Shanghai to San Francisco, returning Thu, 18 Sep, priced at S$1,479 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$823 - S$1,361 per traveller.

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Shanghai to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Pudong Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines
Return price
S$919
Distance
9818 km

Perfect flights from Shanghai to San Francisco

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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 SHA to SFO?
If you're planning on travelling from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), round-trip journeys start from S$919. This price is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't hang around. Book today and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SHA to San Francisco Airport?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SHA to San Francisco Airport 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 SHA to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Averaging 14 hours and 51 minutes, the flight from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to SFO is a lengthy one. To make your time on board more comfortable, pack a good neck pillow and some noise-cancelling earplugs.
How far is the flight from SHA to San Francisco Airport?
The distance is around 9,900 kilometres. Neck pillow? Check. A change of clothes? Check. You'll need to pack all the travel comforts for this long-haul China to San Francisco flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Direct flights aren't available, so you'll need to make at least one stop between SHA and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and take a break.
Are Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to find amazing last-minute deals from Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), but there's no guarantee. As many airlines release seats up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you see a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can be sure you're always seeing the latest offers.

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Shanghai Airports

Shanghai

Pudong Intl. to San Francisco
S$919.00
*Available to Expedia members.