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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Shanghai.C$939 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 14, returning Fri, Nov 28.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Fri, Nov 14, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, Nov 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$939, select.
Shanghai.C$940 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 21, returning Tue, Nov 25.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Oct 21, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$940, select.
Shanghai.C$944 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Tue, Oct 14.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$944, select.
Shanghai.C$945 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 19, returning Sun, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Oct 19, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, Oct 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$945, select.
Shanghai.C$945 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 21, returning Sun, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, Nov 30, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$945, select.
Shanghai.C$950 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 26, returning Mon, Dec 22.Round-trip flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Oct 26, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departing from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, Dec 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$950, select.
Shanghai.C$959 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 6, returning Tue, Jan 20.Round-trip flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jan 6, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, Jan 20, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$959, select.
Shanghai.C$969 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 30, returning Thu, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Dec 30, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departing from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$969, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from C$1,257
Jun
from C$1,334
Jul
from C$1,455
Aug
from C$1,098
Sep
from C$1,065
Oct
from C$945
Nov
from C$939
Dec
from C$1,174
Jan
from C$959
Feb
from C$1,174
Mar
from C$991
Apr
from C$1,239

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Shanghai

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Los Angeles to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$939
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time13 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Shanghai is C$939. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Shanghai.
Air China, China Eastern and China Southern fly direct from Los Angeles International to Shanghai.
There are 54 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Shanghai, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the center of Shanghai. We've found flights to this airport from C$939.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai on Friday, November 14, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.

  • Shanghai is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With 16 weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 11:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from LAX to PVG is with United Airlines at 13:45.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LAX to Shanghai flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.

  • Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai. Get on board with any of these:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LAX to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • LAX is around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Shanghai

  • C$508 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start from C$939. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To find cheap flights from LAX to Shanghai, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across every month and land a sweet deal.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from LAX to Shanghai couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Save money on your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • Following your LAX to Shanghai flight, settle in at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Why run on someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.

  • In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from SHA as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Plan your trip to Shanghai during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Before booking a Los Angeles International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in China, head for Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Shanghai

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