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Flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 13h 31m (10,415 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $541 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Los Angeles

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Los Angeles

Carriers on PVG–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $546 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $388. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$59329 Oct 2026$388 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$54619 Nov 2026$394 · 1 stop8 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$63718 Dec 2026$425 · 1 stop6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$89915 Jan 2027$556 · 1 stop15 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$59511 Feb 2027$426 · 1 stop11 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$6433 Mar 2027$434 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027
May 2027$60725 May 2027$468 · 1 stop25 May 2027
Jun 2027$6507 Jun 2027$469 · 1 stop7 Jun 2027
Jul 2027$81923 Jul 2027$506 · 1 stop23 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $388 for October 2026, $425 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 13h 31m, covering 10,415 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Shanghai from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 10,415 km (6,472 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–LAX route include China Eastern. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–LAX was $541 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 16 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $388 one-way, against $556 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $393 with one stop against $541 nonstop, a saving of $148. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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