Flights from Shanghai to San Francisco
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for PVG–SFO.
Route snapshot: Shanghai to San Francisco
Shanghai (PVG) to San Francisco (SFO) is 9,877 km, about 12h 51m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include China Eastern. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $763 with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 12 Oct 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Why travelers watch this route
Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $763 with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 12 Oct 2026; with connections it dropped to $451. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
San Francisco has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include China Eastern. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Shanghai to San Francisco
Carriers on PVG–SFO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.
Shanghai–San Francisco route intelligence
Updated analysis of the PVG–SFO corridor — distance, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
Shanghai (PVG) to San Francisco (SFO) is a ultra-long-haul corridor spanning approximately 9,877 km, with typical block time around 12h 15m.
Best time to book
Ultra-long-haul corridors reward early planners — fares are softest 12-16 weeks before departure. Premium-cabin awards open ~330 days out.
Demand-spike calendar: Spring Festival/Chinese New Year (late Jan-mid Feb) is the largest annual human migration on earth — affects pricing for most Asia-Pacific routes, not just China-direct.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between China and — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Shanghai (PVG) and San Francisco (SFO), taking about 12h 51m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on PVG–SFO was $763 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About San Francisco
Flights arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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