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Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai: things to know
The most popular route is from San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in Shanghai. On average this flight takes 18 hours 13 minutes one-way and costs $2,513 round-trip.
Most popular route | San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) |
|---|---|
Average flight time | 18 hours 13 minutes |
Average round-trip price | $2,513 |
Fly from San Francisco to Shanghai | 19 airlines |
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Airlines that fly from San Francisco to Shanghai
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China Eastern Airlines
Asiana Airlines
China Airlines
United Airlines
Cathay Pacific
China Southern Airlines
Korean Air
All Nippon Airways
Air China
Eva Air
Air Canada
DAC Aviation
Philippine Airlines
Japan Airlines
Vietnam Airlines
Air Express
Frequently asked questions
It takes about 18 hours 13 minutes to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai. Flight durations are based on flights booked in the last 6 months.
There are 2 airports in Shanghai:
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The average price for a round-trip from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is $2,513. Prices are based on flights booked in the last 6 months.
China Eastern Airlines and United Airlines fly from San Francisco to Shanghai.
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