United Airlines
Tu and Th
starting at $1,158
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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from San Francisco to Shanghai:
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United Airlines
Tu and Th
starting at $1,158
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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San Francisco — Shanghai
03/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $814
San Francisco — Shanghai
03/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $971
San Francisco — Shanghai
03/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,042
San Francisco — Shanghai
04/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU590
starting at $627
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/31/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,297
San Francisco — Shanghai
06/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU590
starting at $1,221
San Francisco — Shanghai
06/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,070
San Francisco — Shanghai
06/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU590
starting at $983
San Francisco — Shanghai
06/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,117
San Francisco — Shanghai
06/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,061
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More than 12 airlines operate flights from San Francisco to Shanghai, including United Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Frontier Airlines, ZIPAIR Tokyo, Alaska Airlines, Perimeter Aviation Ltd., Asiana Airlines, Air Canada, Flair Airlines Ltd., All Nippon Airways, Philippine Airlines, and Vietnam Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $378, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Shanghai departs on 04/21/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $378
The cheapest roundtrip flight from San Francisco to Shanghai departs on 04/28/2026, is operated by Korean Air and costs $732
Fastest flight from San Francisco to Shanghai takes 16h 35m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between San Francisco and Shanghai is 9878km (6124 miles). There are 2 direct flights from San Francisco to Shanghai. The time difference between San Francisco and Shanghai is 16h. Flights from San Francisco begin at 1:55 PM. The latest flight from San Francisco departs at 1:55 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $378
Often the best time to buy tickets from San Francisco to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: April, May, March.
The fastest flights from San Francisco to Shanghai start from 16 hours 35 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route San Francisco — Shanghai: United Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
The cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Shanghai ranges from $378 (April 2026) to $613 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $481–$1,034.
