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Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.LAX-SHA
33h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.SHA-LAX
18h 05m1 stop
C$ 982Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.LAX-SHA
33h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.SHA-LAX
18h 05m1 stop
C$ 983Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Air China Logo
8:55 p.m. - 10:25 a.m.LAX-SHA
21h 30m1 stop
Air China Logo
11:40 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.SHA-LAX
22h 20m1 stop
C$ 990Air China
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
China Southern Logo
10:00 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.LAX-SHA
20h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
3:50 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.SHA-LAX
18h 40m1 stop
C$ 1,225China Southern
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Sun, 8 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Korean Air Logo
3:02 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.LAX-SHA
34h 08m2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.SHA-LAX
30h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,226Korean Air
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Sat, 15 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:10 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.LAX-SHA
32h 35m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:55 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.SHA-LAX
19h 55m1 stop
C$ 1,236Asiana Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Air China Logo
10:25 p.m. - 9:55 a.m.LAX-SHA
19h 30m1 stop
Air China Logo
9:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.SHA-LAX
37h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,331Air China
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Mon, 9 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
China Southern Logo
10:00 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.LAX-SHA
20h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
8:50 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.SHA-LAX
25h 40m1 stop
C$ 1,435China Southern
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Sat, 7 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Korean Air Logo
11:40 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.LAX-SHA
37h 30m2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.SHA-LAX
30h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,542Korean Air
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:10 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.LAX-SHA
32h 35m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:55 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.SHA-LAX
19h 55m1 stop
C$ 2,916Asiana Airlines
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Tue, 23 Dec - Sat, 10 Jan

Air China flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai

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Air China
10 Feb
LAX8:55 p.m.Los Angeles
21h 30m
1 stop
SHA10:25 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24 Feb
SHA11:40 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
LAX6:00 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 990
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Air China
9 Feb
LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles
19h 30m
1 stop
SHA9:55 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
1 Mar
SHA9:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 30m
1 stop
LAX7:00 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 1,331
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Air China
10 Feb
LAX8:55 p.m.Los Angeles
27h 30m
1 stop
SHA4:25 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27 Feb
SHA5:30 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LAX7:00 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 1,332
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China Southern flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on Los Angeles to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
8 Feb
LAX10:00 p.m.Los Angeles
20h 10m
1 stop
SHA10:10 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23 Feb
SHA3:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
LAX6:30 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 1,225
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China Southern
7 Feb
LAX10:00 p.m.Los Angeles
20h 10m
1 stop
SHA10:10 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23 Feb
SHA8:50 a.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 40m
1 stop
LAX6:30 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 1,435
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China Southern
8 Feb
LAX10:00 p.m.Los Angeles
22h 15m
1 stop
SHA12:15 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26 Feb
SHA9:50 p.m.Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 40m
1 stop
LAX6:30 p.m.Los Angeles
C$ 1,570
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 96,600 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

10:55 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

1:20 p.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

C$ 982

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

10:55 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 30/3

1:20 p.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop18h 05m

C$ 983

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/2

8:55 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop21h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/2

11:40 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop22h 20m

C$ 990

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

10:00 p.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/2

3:50 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 40m

C$ 1,225

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sat 15/11

3:02 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops34h 08m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/11

6:25 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop30h 05m

C$ 1,226

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Fri 14/11

9:10 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 22/11

10:55 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop19h 55m

C$ 1,236

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

10:25 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

9:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

1 stop37h 30m

C$ 1,331

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Sat 7/2

10:00 p.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/2

8:50 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop25h 40m

C$ 1,435

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/11

11:40 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/12

6:25 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop30h 05m

C$ 1,542

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 23/12

9:10 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/1

10:55 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop19h 55m

C$ 2,916

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 1,165. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until April to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 1,297.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 965. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Los Angeles because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,268.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Los Angeles to Shanghai in the morning for as low as C$ 1,148. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around C$ 1,589. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around C$ 1,400 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Los Angeles for as low as C$ 1,334 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Los Angeles to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Los Angeles to Shanghai by plane?

    Shanghai is 10421.9 km away from Los Angeles. Typically, this will take 19h 30m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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