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SFO → PVG
San Francisco → Shanghai* Price Disclaimer: Fares shown are the lowest round-trip economy class prices found in the last 48 hours, per person, and include all taxes and carrier-imposed fees. Prices are subject to availability and may change without notice. Seats at advertised fares are limited. Additional baggage fees, seat selection charges, and other optional extras are not included. Fares are valid for the specific dates and routes shown. Prices displayed in USD. Final fare is confirmed at time of booking.
Airlines with Flights to Shanghai (PVG)
Compare carriers and hub connections for flights from the US to Shanghai.
| Airline | Hub / Connection | Key US Routes | Approx. Travel Time | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Eastern Airlines | Shanghai (PVG) | JFK, LAX, SFO, ORD (nonstop) | 12–15h | MU |
| United Airlines | SFO / IAH / ORD | SFO, IAH, ORD (nonstop) | 12–15h | UA |
| Delta Air Lines | SEA / JFK | SEA, JFK (nonstop) | 12–15h | DL |
| American Airlines | LAX | LAX (nonstop) | ~13h | AA |
| Korean Air | Seoul (ICN) | JFK, LAX, ORD (via ICN ~2h to PVG) | 14–17h | KE |
| Cathay Pacific | Hong Kong (HKG) | JFK, LAX, SFO (via HKG ~2h to PVG) | 14–18h | CX |
Why Fly to Shanghai, China?
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is served nonstop by United, Delta, and China Eastern from multiple US cities. The Shanghai Maglev (431 km/h) connects PVG to the city in 8 minutes. From Shanghai the G-train reaches Beijing in 4.5h, Hangzhou (West Lake) in 40 min, and Suzhou in 25 min.
Shanghai Airport (PVG) — Quick Facts
IATA Code
PVG
ICAO Code
ZSPD
~30 km east of central Shanghai
~60 min (CNY 150–200 / ~$21–28)
Chinese Yuan (CNY)
How to Find the Cheapest Shanghai Airfare
Practical strategies to reduce the cost of your Shanghai airline tickets from the USA.
Book 6–8 Weeks Ahead
Shanghai airfare from the US tends to be lowest when booked 6–8 weeks before departure.
Fly Mid-Week (Tue–Wed)
Tuesday and Wednesday departures to Shanghai are consistently 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.
China Eastern & United Fly Nonstop from 5+ US Cities
China Eastern operates nonstop from JFK, LAX, SFO, and ORD to Shanghai PVG. United serves SFO, IAH, and ORD nonstop; Delta connects SEA and JFK. San Francisco and Seattle are the fastest gateways (12h). Like Beijing, a VPN is essential — download before departure.
Combine Shanghai with Hangzhou & Suzhou by G-Train
Shanghai’s greatest advantage is its high-speed rail connectivity — Hangzhou (West Lake, UNESCO; 40 min, ~$10), Suzhou (garden city, UNESCO; 25 min, ~$4), and Nanjing (1h) are spectacular day trips. Book rail tickets at 12306.cn or through your hotel concierge.
Use Miles & Points
Frequent flyer miles can significantly reduce Shanghai airline ticket costs — check partner award availability to PVG.
Set Fare Alerts
Shanghai airfare fluctuates daily. Set a price alert on AirlineTickets.services to be notified when fares to PVG drop.
Flights to Shanghai from US — Top Questions
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Shanghai is served by PVG Airport (IATA: PVG, ICAO: ZSPD), located ~30 km east of central Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao SHA (~15 km, domestic/regional), Hangzhou HGH (~40 min by HSR) is the nearest alternative hub.
Top airlines include China Eastern Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines. Check for nonstop and one-stop options from your US departure city.
Shoulder seasons offer the best Shanghai airfare from the US. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Wednesday) are typically 10–20% cheaper than weekend flights.
Nonstop flights range from 45 min to 15 hours; connecting itineraries from the US add 2–6 hours including layover time.
Shanghai Airport (PVG) is located ~30 km east of central Shanghai. Bus takes approximately ~75 min (Maglev + Metro ~30 min total), while a taxi takes around ~60 min (CNY 150–200 / ~$21–28).
Flights to Shanghai from the US — Your Complete Guide
Economy round-trip fares to Shanghai (PVG) typically range $799–$1,500 round-trip. Compare all airlines for your dates and lock in the best available Shanghai airfare. No booking fees — ever.
Everything to Know About Cheap Flights to Shanghai
Flights to Shanghai from USA
Shanghai is China’s most cosmopolitan city — a metropolis of 24 million where the 1920s Art Deco grandeur of the Bund faces Pudong’s extraordinary futuristic skyline (Shanghai Tower 632m), where the Yu Garden’s Ming dynasty pavilions survive in the old city, and where the xiaolongbao soup dumpling is one of the world’s most copied dishes. Note: a VPN is required for Google and most Western apps in China. Use AirlineTickets.services to find the lowest cheap flights to Shanghai from your US departure city.
Shanghai Airfare: Budget Tips
Shanghai airfare from the USA typically ranges $799–$1,500 round-trip in economy. Use flexible date search and set fare alerts for the best deal on Shanghai airline tickets.
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