The cheapest one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Shanghai found recently is 364€, on 27 Jan (January 2027, one stop). The most expensive month is June 2027, from 634€. Round trips start at 646€, in November 2026. No direct flights were seen lately; the quickest connection takes 18h 25m. Airlines on this route: Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Sichuan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines.
Lowest fare by month
| Month | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 385€9 Nov · 1 stop | 646€10 Nov–20 Nov · 1 stop |
| December 2026 | 396€29 Dec · 1 stop | 680€4 Dec–13 Dec · 1 stop |
| January 2027 | 364€27 Jan · 1 stop | 705€27 Jan–15 Feb · 1 stop |
| February 2027 | — | 836€3 Feb–3 Apr · 1 stop |
| March 2027 | 382€11 Mar · 1 stop | — |
| April 2027 | — | 706€30 Apr–9 May · 1 stop |
| May 2027 | 395€17 May · 1 stop | — |
| June 2027 | 634€18 Jun · 2 stops | — |
| September 2027 | 397€8 Sept · 1 stop | — |
| October 2027 | 395€14 Oct · 1 stop | — |
Cheapest days in January 2027
One way, per adult. Blank days: nobody searched them lately.
At a glance
- Airports
- LAX · SNA · BUR · VNY → PVG · SHA
- Airlines
- Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Sichuan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines
- Direct flights
- No direct fares seen lately
The rest of the trip to Shanghai
- Internet when you land ↗An eSIM for the country, set up before you fly. Handy outside the EU, or when roaming costs extra.
- A ride from the airport ↗A driver waiting at arrivals, at a fixed price.
- Things to do in Shanghai ↗Tickets for museums, tours and sights.
Flight delayed by three hours or more, or cancelled? Under EU rules you may be owed up to €600. Check your claim.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
The cheapest one-way ticket found recently is 364€, in January 2027. A round trip starts at 646€. Fares are per adult and change often.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
January 2027, from 364€ one way. The most expensive is June 2027, from 634€.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
No direct fares were seen in recent days, only connections.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
The shortest flight found takes 18h 25m, with a stop.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Sichuan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines.
Which airports do flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai use?
They leave from LAX, SNA, BUR, VNY and land at PVG, SHA.
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