Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Shanghai from $1,048

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 9/24. 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.
SNA — SHA
May 9 — May 161

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

To save up to 49% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 55 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Ana to Shanghai from $1,453 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $2,156 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Santa Ana. Users have commonly found prices around $1,623 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,010. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Shanghai (SNA - SHA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai as you normally would.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Santa Ana to Shanghai. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 10/317:45 amSNA - PVG
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/48:25 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,549
Sat 7/276:18 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/215:25 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops30h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,001
Sun 6/97:50 amSNA - PVG
1 stop16h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/255:25 pmPVG - SNA
1 stop36h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,272

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between Santa Ana and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Singapore Airlines flights we've found from Santa Ana to Shanghai. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 10/317:00 amSNA - PVG
2 stops32h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/312:10 amPVG - SNA
2 stops38h 19mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,687
Thu 10/314:20 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops39h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/312:10 amPVG - SNA
2 stops38h 19mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,936
Sat 7/276:45 amSNA - PVG
2 stops39h 40mSingapore Airlines
Tue 8/2012:35 amPVG - SNA
2 stops29h 09mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,197
Fri 9/206:45 amSNA - PVG
2 stops32h 50mSingapore Airlines
Fri 10/1112:35 amPVG - SNA
2 stops30h 02mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/3$3,326
Sat 5/114:15 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops58h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/227:10 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops33h 07mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$4,853

Cheap Santa Ana to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 6/311:42 amSNA - SHA
2 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/111:35 pmSHA - SNA
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,750
Mon 6/311:42 amSNA - SHA
2 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/101:35 pmSHA - SNA
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,751
Sat 6/16:44 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/158:05 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,986
Mon 6/32:00 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1312:40 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,025
Sat 6/84:11 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1312:40 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,029
Sat 6/82:00 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:55 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,036
Mon 6/34:11 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:55 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,041
Mon 6/32:00 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/148:20 amPVG - SNA
2 stops43h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,046
Tue 6/42:00 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:55 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,057

Santa Ana to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 10/317:45 amSNA - PVG
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/48:25 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops29h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,549
Mon 6/311:42 amSNA - SHA
2 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/111:35 pmSHA - SNA
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,750
Mon 6/311:42 amSNA - SHA
2 stops33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/101:35 pmSHA - SNA
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,751
Sat 8/3112:45 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops35h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/215:00 pmPVG - SNA
1 stop19h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,889
Thu 10/3112:43 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop36h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/46:10 pmPVG - SNA
1 stop18h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,896
Thu 10/314:20 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops39h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 11/312:10 amPVG - SNA
2 stops38h 19mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,936
Sat 6/16:44 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/158:05 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,986
Mon 6/32:00 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1312:40 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,025
Sat 6/84:11 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1312:40 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$2,029

Santa Ana to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Ana to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Santa Ana to Shanghai. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 5/1111:40 amSNA - PVG
2 stops37h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 6/2812:35 amPVG - SNA
2 stops33h 34mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$3,018
Sat 5/114:15 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops58h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/227:10 pmPVG - SNA
2 stops33h 07mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$4,853

One-way flights to Shanghai from Santa Ana

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Shanghai. 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Shanghai can choose from these deals. Users needing a return flight from Santa Ana to Shanghai should utilize the search form above.
Tue 9/248:00 amSNA - PVG
2 stops39h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,048
Tue 9/248:00 amSNA - SHA
2 stops36h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,048
Mon 6/32:00 pmSNA - PVG
1 stop33h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$1,095
Mon 6/34:11 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,099
Thu 5/232:00 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,173
Sat 6/1512:26 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops40h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,177
Tue 9/35:58 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops30h 07mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,264
Thu 8/295:38 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops28h 47mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,284
Mon 8/56:30 pmSNA - PVG
2 stops45h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,298

Find flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/31

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/4

2 stops29h 49m

$1,549

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/20

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/26

2 stops37h 24m

$1,651

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/31

2 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/3

2 stops38h 19m

$1,687

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/31

2 stops32h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/4

1 stop19h 52m

$1,889

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/2

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/15

2 stops32h 47m

$2,285

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/12

2 stops37h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/24

2 stops34h 22m

$2,520

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/12

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/25

1 stop20h 00m

$2,748

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/15

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/28

2 stops48h 24m

$2,772

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyShanghai Pu Dong

SNA - PVG

SNAPVG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/2

2 stops36h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/14

2 stops36h 40m

$2,937

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Deals found on 5/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai, such as United Airlines, Singapore Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.3
Very good
1,465 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.1
Very good
4,014 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

7.7
Good
4,440 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Santa Ana, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Santa Ana. There are 0 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Shanghai per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,549, but on average you can expect to pay $1,869.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Ana to Shanghai for under $3,100?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $3,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,048. Air Canada flights start at $1,095 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,264 one-way.

  • What does SNA to SHA mean?

    SNA stands for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport, while SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Ana to Shanghai 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 Santa Ana to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Santa Ana to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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