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£514 Find cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Pu Dong to San Francisco departing on 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Shanghai to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Pu Dong to San Francisco (PVG-SFO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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15:10 - 18:40PVG-SFO
42h 30m1 stop
22:50 - 12:40SFO-PVG
22h 50m1 stop
£664Vietnam Airlines
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Wed, 4 Sep - Sun, 22 Sep
15:10 - 18:40PVG-SFO
42h 30m1 stop
22:50 - 12:40SFO-PVG
22h 50m1 stop
£679Vietnam Airlines
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Wed, 4 Sep - Thu, 26 Sep
16:20 - 15:10PVG-SFO
13h 50m1 stop
23:30 - 10:05SFO-PVG
19h 35m1 stop
£790Asiana Airlines
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Tue, 11 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun
16:20 - 15:10PVG-SFO
13h 50m1 stop
23:30 - 15:00SFO-PVG
24h 30m1 stop
£823Asiana Airlines
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Tue, 11 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
19:05 - 22:45PVG-SFO
18h 40m1 stop
01:45 - 11:05SFO-PVG
18h 20m1 stop
£832Cathay Pacific
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Sat, 15 Jun - Thu, 5 Sep
17:45 - 22:45PVG-SFO
20h 00m1 stop
13:35 - 12:10SFO-PVG
31h 35m1 stop
£844Cathay Pacific
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Sat, 15 Jun - Wed, 4 Sep
00:35 - 20:15PVG-SFO
34h 40m1 stop
11:30 - 18:05SFO-PVG
39h 35m1 stop
£852Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 27 Aug - Sun, 29 Sep
00:35 - 09:40PVG-SFO
24h 05m1 stop
11:30 - 06:35SFO-PVG
28h 05m1 stop
£853Singapore Airlines
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Sat, 31 Aug - Fri, 27 Sep
13:40 - 14:40PVG-SFO
16h 00m1 stop
12:30 - 20:25SFO-PVG
16h 55m1 stop
£912Korean Air
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Fri, 13 Sep - Tue, 11 Mar
11:10 - 10:40PVG-SFO
14h 30m1 stop
23:50 - 09:40SFO-PVG
18h 50m1 stop
£956Korean Air
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Tue, 21 May - Sun, 16 Jun

Flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco is December, where tickets cost £665 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of tickets is £1,976 and £1,447 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 86 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for £664 on Vietnam Airlines, followed by Asiana Airlines (£790). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as £514 on Asiana Airlines and from £587 on Japan Airlines.

How many flights are there between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 1 and 2 nonstop flights that take off from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 11h 16m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 10 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco take?

The duration of a direct flight to San Francisco from Shanghai Pudong Airport is typically 11h 15m. The journey crosses a distance of 6,133 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at 12:45 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:05.

What’s the latest departure time from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco jets off at 17:25 and lands at 13:40.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco

Low season

March

High season

June

Cheapest flight

£514
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pu Dong to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco flights

  • How can I fly more sustainably to San Francisco?

    Anyone looking for a sustainable way to fly should consider booking their ticket with United Airlines. They are one of a few airlines that have already started replacing conventional jet fuel with sustainable aviation fuel to reduce the net carbon emissions in each flight. You can also play your part by booking nonstop flights instead of connecting flights to reduce the total distance covered and hence cut down emissions.

  • How can I fly from Shanghai to San Francisco?

    Despite the long nature of the flight, a few airlines are offering nonstop flights from Shanghai to San Francisco. Both United Airlines and Air China provide a direct connection with the average travel duration standing just under 12 hours.

  • Is public transport available from San Francisco International Airport to downtown San Francisco?

    There are two options for public transport to downtown San Francisco from SFO. You can choose between the bus and the metro. Of the two, the metro is arguably the best option since it uses the Bay Area Rapid Transit making it a lot faster and convenient even when you have a lot of luggage. To board the metro, follow the BART signs in the International Terminal that lead to the BART station.

  • What are the layover options between Shanghai and San Francisco?

    The city and country where you will have your layover depend on which airline you’re flying. Most airlines tend to have their layovers in their home countries since it is cheaper and more convenient. For instance, on this route, Turkish Airlines has all its layovers scheduled for Istanbul while China Airlines will have its layovers in Taipei City.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to San Francisco was £642 for a one-way ticket and £830 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Shanghai Pudong Airport and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Shanghai Pudong Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Shanghai Pudong Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Shanghai Pudong Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco

  • There are two airports serving the city of Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). While both offer flights to San Francisco, Shanghai Pudong is a lot busier than Shanghai Hongqiao and therefore not ideal if you want to avoid the long queues.
  • Travelers have the option of two additional landing airports; San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Oakland International Airport (OAK). They are both less busy than San Francisco Airport (SFO) although those who choose to land at either airport will have to deal with two layovers on their journey since all the nonstop flights land at San Francisco.
  • If you have a lot of luggage, China Airlines would be a good option to go for. They allow two checked bags in addition to your carry-on luggage for Economy class, unlike other airlines which only allow one or even none in certain cases.
  • To get to PVG from downtown Shanghai, you can choose from the bus, or metro or use a taxi. When running late, the taxi is the best option as it can be found anywhere in the city and goes directly to the airport terminal.
  • Due to the long nature of this flight, consider upgrading to first class especially if you are traveling on Etihad Airways. You get extra legroom, a reclinable seat, and even a blanket to make the journey as comfortable as possible.
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Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai Pudong Airport to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Pu Dong to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai Pu Dong to San Francisco

Monday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Tuesday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Wednesday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Thursday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Friday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Saturday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Sunday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Tuesday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Wednesday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Thursday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Friday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

Saturday

Air China, China Eastern, United Airlines

Air China, China Eastern, +1 more

Sunday

Air China, United Airlines

Air China, United Airlines

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Shanghai to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
3/9Tue
1 stopAsiana Airlines
14h 20mPVG-SFO
£514
8/9Sun
1 stopAsiana Airlines
14h 20mPVG-SFO
£515
25/6Tue
1 stopJapan Airlines
32h 40mPVG-SFO
£587
3/6Mon
2 stopsJapan Airlines
19h 51mPVG-SFO
£588
3/7Wed
1 stopVietnam Airlines
24h 55mPVG-SFO
£620
1/9Sun
1 stopANA
29h 55mPVG-SFO
£649
2/10Wed
2 stopsDelta
21h 29mPVG-SFO
£657
7/7Sun
1 stopVietnam Airlines
24h 55mPVG-SFO
£730
8/9Sun
2 stopsDelta
33h 43mPVG-SFO
£837
14/7Sun
1 stopANA
30h 20mPVG-SFO
£1,283

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Last minute flights from Pu Dong to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Shanghai to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
multi-stopAsiana Airlines
13h 50mPVG-SFO
23/5Thu
multi-stopAsiana Airlines
19h 35mSFO-PVG
£976
4/5Sat
multi-stopCathay Pacific
18h 00mPVG-SFO
22/5Wed
multi-stopCathay Pacific
31h 05mSFO-PVG
£977
5/5Sun
multi-stopJapan Airlines
32h 40mPVG-SFO
21/5Tue
multi-stopJapan Airlines
16h 45mSFO-PVG
£1,003
6/5Mon
multi-stopKorean Air
16h 00mPVG-SFO
19/5Sun
multi-stopKorean Air
29h 20mSFO-PVG
£1,020
4/5Sat
multi-stopJapan Airlines
15h 45mPVG-SFO
21/5Tue
multi-stopJapan Airlines
16h 45mSFO-PVG
£1,030
5/5Sun
multi-stopCathay Pacific
16h 45mPVG-SFO
18/5Sat
multi-stopCathay Pacific
19h 55mSFO-PVG
£1,032
4/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
29h 55mPVG-SFO
25/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
28h 30mSFO-PVG
£1,138
7/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
27h 50mPVG-SFO
25/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
28h 30mSFO-PVG
£1,144
5/5Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
28h 15mPVG-SFO
9/5Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
37h 50mSFO-PVG
£1,535
7/5Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
32h 31mPVG-SFO
22/5Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
36h 40mSFO-PVG
£1,725

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Shanghai Pudong Airport - San Francisco Flights

Departure:

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)China

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Cabin classes:

£1,094

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