Flight prices from San Francisco to Shanghai

There’s no fixed price — fares between San Francisco and Shanghai can vary a lot by day or time.

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The lowest fares are often found with some flexibility in travel dates. If your plans are flexible, you’ll have a better chance of finding cheap flights.

Is there more than one airport in San Francisco or Shanghai?

Even short-haul routes can benefit from considering secondary airports. It may open up more flight times or cheaper fares.

• Airports in San Francisco: Only San Francisco is currently operational.
• Airports in Shanghai: Pudong is another arrival option.

Airports with more daily flights offer more flexibility if plans change or delays occur. If you’re flexible, consider airports near Shanghai as well.

Flight filters for the route San Francisco – Shanghai

Customize your search on Jetcost to focus only on flights that suit your needs. Whether you want a direct connection, specific airline, or shorter layover, filters help you find it faster.

Other popular destinations

Flights to China are often searched alongside: Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Shanghai.

The cheapest flights might leave at odd hours or arrive at less central airports — keep that in mind. If you travel often, you can always select your trusted airlines from the available options.