Cheap flights from Shanghai to San Diego (SAN) from $448

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — SAN
May 21 — May 281

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Round-trip from

$288
From Shanghai to San Diego

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Shanghai to San Diego?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 2% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to San Diego?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Diego from Shanghai. Prices for April average $1,954 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,309. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a April flight can save you 27% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to San Diego (SHA - SAN)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Shanghai to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Shanghai to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Shanghai and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Fri 11/157:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops39h 32mANA
Tue 11/196:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops27h 00mANA
Deal found 5/14$1,140
Fri 11/157:05 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops39h 32mANA
Tue 11/196:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops27h 00mANA
Deal found 5/15$1,142
Thu 11/212:30 amPVG - SAN
2 stops33h 22mANA
Tue 11/266:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops27h 00mANA
Deal found 5/14$1,303
Thu 11/212:30 amPVG - SAN
2 stops33h 22mANA
Tue 11/268:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops45h 25mANA
Deal found 5/15$1,305
Sat 8/311:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops33h 16mLufthansa
Sat 10/266:20 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/16$1,552
Fri 8/21:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops28h 20mANA
Sat 10/268:00 amSAN - PVG
2 stops50h 15mANA
Deal found 5/16$1,572
Thu 11/1412:10 amPVG - SAN
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Tue 11/195:20 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/14$1,782
Thu 11/1412:10 amPVG - SAN
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Tue 11/195:20 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/15$1,786
Fri 8/22:05 amPVG - SAN
3 stops36h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/264:55 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$2,020

One-way flights to San Diego from Shanghai

Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Tue 5/212:25 amPVG - SAN
3 stops32h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$448
Tue 5/212:25 amPVG - SAN
2 stops26h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$472
Sun 6/24:10 pmSHA - SAN
3 stops39h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$497
Wed 5/226:15 amPVG - SAN
3 stops22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$507
Wed 5/222:05 amPVG - SAN
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$524
Thu 5/2310:20 pmPVG - SAN
3 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$552
Fri 5/248:20 amPVG - SAN
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$591
Thu 5/239:00 amPVG - SAN
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$598
Sat 6/19:00 pmSHA - SAN
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$635

Find flights from Shanghai to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$1,552 - $6,085

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/3

2 stops33h 16m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

1 stop31h 15m

$1,552

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

2 stops28h 20m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

2 stops50h 15m

$1,572

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

3 stops36h 12m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

2 stops34h 40m

$2,020

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

3 stops36h 12m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

3 stops34h 45m

$2,091

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/3

3 stops21h 57m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

2 stops34h 40m

$2,179

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/3

1 stop21h 50m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

1 stop32h 37m

$2,234

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/3

3 stops21h 57m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

3 stops34h 45m

$2,270

Shanghai Pu DongSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

2 stops28h 27m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

1 stop19h 55m

$2,330

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/3

2 stops46h 57m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

2 stops51h 10m

$6,085

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/16

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to San Diego. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Shanghai to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Shanghai to San Diego is currently $536 while a round-trip flight costs $2,481. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Shanghai to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $356). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$298

May

$297

June

$346

July

$356

August

$308

September

$298

October

$288

November

$337

December

$305

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.5
Very good
921 reviews
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.4
Very good
577 reviews
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

7.8
Good
1,084 reviews
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

7.8
Good
1,994 reviews
8.5
Very good
921 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Shanghai?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Shanghai. Booking flights from Shanghai to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Shanghai to San Diego for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to San Diego for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just $1,552, but on average you can expect to pay $2,481.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to San Diego round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at $1,552, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include ANA and American Airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $752. Air China flights start at $761 while deals on ANA start at $788 one-way.

  • What does SHA to SAN mean?

    This is defined as Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA) and San Diego Airport (SAN). Codes like San Diego Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Shanghai to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Shanghai to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Shanghai to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Shanghai to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Shanghai to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,061Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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