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Find cheap one-way flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles starting at CNY 369.

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Cheapest airlines flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

Tianjin Airlines
From US$344
Sichuan Airlines
From US$369
Hong Kong Airlines
From US$385
Jetstar Japan
From US$401
Spring Airlines Japan
From US$408
Spring Airlines
From US$412
Hainan Airlines
From US$484
Thai AirAsia
From US$498
Shenzhen Airlines
From US$504
Thai AirAsia X
From US$519
ANA airlines

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Find cheap flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles by different airports

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? Check out these alternative flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles.

  • Cheapest
    Hong Kong Airlines
    SHA
    19:15
    27h 15m
    2 transfer
    LAX
    07:30
    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - Los Angeles International Airport
    Sat, May 18Hong Kong Airlines
    US$385
  • Jetstar Japan
    PVG
    02:05
    20h 25m
    1 transfer
    LAX
    07:30
    Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Los Angeles International Airport
    Sat, May 11Jetstar Japan
    US$401
  • Jetstar Japan
    PVG
    02:05
    20h 25m
    1 transfer
    LAX
    07:30
    Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Los Angeles International Airport
    Sat, May 11Jetstar Japan
    US$401
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  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $1,442.
  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 11 hours 55 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Los Angeles?

    • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport to downtown is about 19km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Ontario International Airport to downtown is about 59km. It takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX): Delta Air Lines and China Eastern Airlines.

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Shanghai to Los Angeles Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price

$368

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

$1,336

Off-season for travel

May

Peak season for travel

July

Flight distance

10,449.9km

Average flight time

11 hours 55 minutes

Popular airline

Air Canada
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