Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama, Shanghai — flights from San Francisco to Shanghai
San FranciscoShanghai, China

Flights from San Francisco to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 12h 51m (9,877 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $506 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Shanghai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — arriving in Shanghai

Airport transfer

PVG → Shanghai, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Airlines flying San Francisco to Shanghai

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

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Shanghai

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China 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 — San Francisco to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 12h 51m, covering 9,877 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 San Francisco from Shanghai by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 9,877 km (6,137 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Shanghai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–PVG 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 San Francisco to Shanghai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–PVG was $506 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 26 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.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China 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 Shanghai?
China 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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