$357 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai (LAX-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $357 for one-way flights and $615 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 5
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$615 Roundtrip, just found
$615
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $615 just found
Air China
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$625 Roundtrip, just found
$625
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $625 just found
Air China
Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Dec 9
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$675 Roundtrip, just found
$675
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $675 just found
China Southern Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Dec 22
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$706 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$706
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $706 found 9 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$781 Roundtrip, just found
$781
Roundtrip
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $781 just found
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Dec 15
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$803 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$803
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $803 found 5 days ago
Asiana Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$818 Roundtrip, just found
$818
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $818 just found
United
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Apr 9
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$827 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$827
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Mar 19 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Thu, Apr 9, priced at $827 found 9 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 23
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$827 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$827
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $827 found 2 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 14
LAX
Los Angeles
PVG
Shanghai
$835 Roundtrip, just found
$835
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Los Angeles to Shanghai, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $835 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (PVG)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $579 - $990 per traveler.

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Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $615
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $615
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (PVG)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United
Distance
6471 mi
Average flight time
28 hours 31 mins

Los Angeles to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $357 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $357 or cheap return flight from $615 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
August is the most affordable month to fly from LAX to PVG. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
When flying out of Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you can get on a direct flight to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
United Airlines and China Eastern Airlines are some well-known airlines offering competitive fares. Don't forget that flight prices from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) can change depending on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a LAX to PVG flight that suits your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
When taking off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you'll have a choice from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
More people fly between LAX and PVG at 11 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to PVG?
Wednesday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)'s earliest flight to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) leaves at approximately 11:30AM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 14h 15m, you'll arrive at around 5:45PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights from LAX to PVG have an average travel time of 14 hours and 2 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 6,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to PVG?
American Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), with an on-time score of 92%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you go and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Choose a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Explore your flight options from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This is the only Shanghai airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to PVG are typically more expensive. For the lowest rates, start looking for flights early. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to PVG flight and hotel package?
Opting for a LAX to PVG flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
If you reserved your LAX to PVG flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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