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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,230. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.C$539 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 7.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun., Jun. 7, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$539, select.
Los Angeles.C$589 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 8.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue., Sep. 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$589, select.
Los Angeles.C$631 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 11.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed., Nov. 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$631, select.
Los Angeles.C$655 per passenger.Departing Sat., Aug. 29.One-way flight with Spring Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat., Aug. 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$655, select.
Los Angeles.C$671 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 21.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed., Oct. 21, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$671, select.
Los Angeles.C$682 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 4.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Mar. 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$682, select.
Los Angeles.C$687 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 22.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue., Dec. 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$687, select.
Los Angeles.C$688 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jan. 28.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Jan. 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$688, select.
Los Angeles.C$738 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 9.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Jul. 9, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$738, select.
Los Angeles.C$750 per passenger.Departing Sun., Apr. 25.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun., Apr. 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$750, select.
Los Angeles.C$753 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 28.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun., Feb. 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$753, select.
Los Angeles.C$844 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 11.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed., Nov. 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$844, select.
Los Angeles.C$844 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 25.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Mar. 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$844, select.
Los Angeles.C$844 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 17.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Sep. 17, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$844, select.
Los Angeles.C$845 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 29.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Oct. 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$845, select.
Los Angeles.C$845 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jan. 28.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Jan. 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$845, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun.
from C$539
Jul.
from C$738
Aug.
from C$655
Sep.
from C$589
Oct.
from C$671
Nov.
from C$631
Dec.
from C$687
Jan.
from C$688
Feb.
from C$753
Mar.
from C$682
Apr.
from C$750
May
from C$1,136

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Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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20km from central Los Angeles
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Long Beach Municipal

28km from central Los Angeles
from C$1,051
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Santa Ana John Wayne

55km from central Los Angeles
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Shanghai to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$539
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week80

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International is C$1,060. 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.
11 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International.
Air China, China Cargo and China Southern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2026, there are 80 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Los Angeles International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 52 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 Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • 11 hours 43 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Los Angeles is 15 hours behind Shanghai and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 17 flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To take off early, opt for the 11:30 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from PVG to LAX is 20:25 with United Airlines.

  • Peak months like July or vacation periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PVG and LAX are:

    • Narita International Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Haneda Airport

  • Before booking your cheap ticket from PVG to LAX, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.

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

  • C$539 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,060. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from PVG to LAX.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from PVG to LAX. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll let you know when the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 49 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near PVG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • It'll take around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from PVG to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from PVG to LAX, browse our accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.

  • There's more than one way to get to Los Angeles. Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is an alternative. Look into the fares and schedules available with this international airport.

Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Los Angeles escape.

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