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Flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Starting at NZD 665

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Airlines Flying from San Francisco to Shanghai

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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 2,243.

  • How long does it take to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 13 hours 21 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Shanghai?

    • The distance from Pudong Intl. Airport to downtown is about 33 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to downtown is about 13 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA)?

    Airlines with flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (SHA): United Airlines, Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

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Flight Information from San Francisco to Shanghai

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 676
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 1,715
Off-season for travel January
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 9,909.39 km
Average flight time 13 hours 21 minutes
Popular airline American Airlines

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