Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Philippine Airlines, at $652, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Vietnam Airlines. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 2

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco (average of $267). Flying from Shanghai to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$296

May

$316

June

$382

July

$364

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$267

Question 3

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Shanghai to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 5

How recently were the Shanghai to San Francisco flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines, Air Canada and Air China are the most popular airlines when flying from Shanghai to San Francisco.

Question 7

Can I find flights from Shanghai to San Francisco for under $700 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to San Francisco for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Philippine Airlines for just $652, but on average you can expect to pay $809.

Question 8

Are there nonstop flights from Shanghai to San Francisco for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Shanghai to San Francisco under $1,400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Shanghai to San Francisco is less than $1,638.

Question 9

Are there last-minute flights available from Shanghai to San Francisco for under $1,300?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Shanghai to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

Question 10

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai to San Francisco flights have a layover in Incheon most of the time. Shanghai to San Francisco flights stop in Tokyo the next most.

Question 11

Where are the least popular layover locations for Shanghai to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai to San Francisco flights have a layover in Manila least often.

Question 12

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Incheon?

Accepted Answer

Incheon travelers tend to visit Wolmido Amusement Park, Seokbawi Market, and Moraenae Market more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Incheon can visit Wolmido Amusement Park, Seokbawi Market, and Moraenae Market, by traveling 8.3 mi, 13.2 mi, and 14.7 mi, respectively after landing at Incheon Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Incheon can rent a car from Incheon Intl for about $71 per day.

Question 13

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

The majority of Tokyo visitors spend their time at Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Tower, and Roppongi Hills. Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Tower and Roppongi Hills are located about 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 8.5 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Tokyo can rent a car from Tokyo Haneda for about $54 per day.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Shanghai to San Francisco are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Find a great deal and save up to 43% by booking at least 41 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Shanghai to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,123.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to San Francisco from Shanghai average $1,358. You can even find prices in May for less than $1,358, as users have found deals to San Francisco from as low as $798. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Francisco from Shanghai. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 43%.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco (SHA - SFO)?

Accepted Answer

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

For a flight from Shanghai to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from Shanghai per day. 14 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Shanghai on a regular basis.

Question 19

What does SHA to SFO mean?

Accepted Answer

SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to San Francisco 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.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from Shanghai to San Francisco 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.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to San Francisco 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.

Question 27

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

When you search for this flight from Shanghai to San Francisco, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Question 28

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Shanghai to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 29

Can Cheapflights find flights from Shanghai to San Francisco with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Certainly. Search results for flights to San Francisco from Shanghai shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 30

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for Shanghai to San Francisco flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,213
Round-trip from	$267

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Philippine Airlines	Cheapest$669	Average$926	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time60%	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Southern	Cheapest$791	Average$887	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$876	Average$1,083	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	Cheapest$927	Average$1,684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search Japan Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	Cheapest$987	Average$1,239	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Air China	Cheapest$992	Average$3,164	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,037	Average$1,397	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
ANA	Cheapest$1,083	Average$1,324	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search ANA flights
Korean Air	Cheapest$1,106	Average$1,238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,150	Average$1,324	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights

1%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
17%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
82%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	2daily flights
Monday	2daily flights
Tuesday	0daily flights
Wednesday	0daily flights
Thursday	2daily flights
Friday	0daily flights
Saturday	2daily flights

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Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Shanghai to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Shanghai to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Shanghai to San Francisco is currently $435 while a round-trip flight costs $995. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

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