$375 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Shanghai (SFO-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $375 for one-way flights and $689 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

All Nippon Airways
Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$689 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$689
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $689 found 1 hour ago
Philippine Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$721 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$721
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $721 found 1 hour ago
China Southern Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Thu, Feb 26
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$727 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$727
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $727 found 2 days ago
Korean Air
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 12
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$767 Roundtrip, just found
$767
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $767 just found
Cathay Pacific
Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$796 Roundtrip, just found
$796
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $796 just found
Vietnam Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Tue, Mar 17
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$819 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$819
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $819 found 2 days ago
Air China
Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$880 Roundtrip, just found
$880
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $880 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Wed, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$882 Roundtrip, just found
$882
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $882 just found
Asiana Airlines
Sun, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$889 Roundtrip, just found
$889
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 30 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $889 just found
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
SFO
San Francisco
PVG
Shanghai
$937 Roundtrip, just found
$937
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from San Francisco to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $937 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (PVG)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $703 - $985 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Shanghai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $996
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $996

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $375 or cheap return flight from $689 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
December is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to PVG. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Catch a nonstop flight with United Airlines and travel straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, China Eastern Airlines and United Airlines are go-to choices for flights between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your SFO to PVG flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) each day. If this doesn't work for you, consider flights with layovers. Just filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The 12 PM departures from SFO to PVG are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to PVG?
Jet off on a Saturday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 12:00PM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) at approximately 5:50PM UTC+8. The total travel time is 13h 50m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights from SFO to PVG have an average travel time of 13 hours and 54 minutes. The total distance between the two is 6,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to PVG?
Consider traveling with Air China if you'd like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 91%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
To arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) on time, opt for a flight that leaves from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Check out your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This is the only airport in Shanghai you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book your flight from SFO to PVG often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to PVG flight and hotel package?
Securing a SFO to PVG flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, activities 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SFO to PVG flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
San Francisco 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, Emirates, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$689
Distance
6136 mi
Average flight time
28 hours 45 mins

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San Francisco to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Shanghai are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $375 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 San Francisco 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.

 

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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.

 

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