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Find cheap airlines flights from Shanghai to San Francisco

Choose from 1 carriers that fly from Shanghai to San Francisco, including Asiana Airlines,,
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco

Find direct flights from Shanghai to San Francisco within the next three months. Book one-way flights from AED 2,865 or round-trip tickets from AED 5,994.

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Flight Info | Shanghai to San Francisco

The distance between Shanghai and San Francisco is about 9,909.39 km. It takes around 11 hours 29 minutes on average to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco. The most popular month to San Francisco is April. The off-season for travel is May.

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 1,723
Cheapest return ticket price AED 2,867
Off-season for travel May
Peak season for travel April
Flight distance 9,909.39 km
Average flight time 11 hours 29 minutes
Popular airline Asiana Airlines

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco?

The best time to book the cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Francisco is between Aug 31 and Sep 7. One-way ticket prices start at AED 1,412 according to our flight calendar.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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 date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, 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 AED 4,511.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO)?

    It takes about 11 hours 29 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO).

  • 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): Air China, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and China Eastern Airlines.

  • How many airports are there in San Francisco (SFO)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near San Francisco (SFO): San Francisco International Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to San Francisco

Wait until the last minute and flight costs are often sky-high. Plan ahead, book the right way, and your savings can soar. We have loads of saving tips to help you find a cheap flight from Shanghai to San Francisco. Book your flights at the right time and save more.
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Being flexible with your dates to get the cheapest Shanghai to San Francisco ticket.
Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Shanghai to San Francisco airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Thu, Sep 4 at AED 2865 for one-way flights.
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Our extensive search allows you to compare prices from over 500 airlines to choose the cheapest flight tickets from Shanghai to San Francisco. The cheapest airline operating is United Airlines.
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