SAN - PVG

$461 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pudong Airport - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$933
Typical prices: $1,120-$1,649
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/3Mon 11/19
SAN - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$461
Typical prices: $569-$876
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/4
SAN - PVG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL)
Cheapest • Avg $837 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 15h 59m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Shanghai (SAN-PVG)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Shanghai

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 9:55 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
35h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 6:47 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
21h 37m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$933Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 16
Air Canada Logo
4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
3:55 pm - 2:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
37h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Denver Intl
$956Air Canada
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29
Air Canada Logo
7:05 am - 4:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 55m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 1:47 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
36h 12m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco
$956Air Canada
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Oct 16
Air Canada Logo
4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
3:55 pm - 2:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
37h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Denver Intl
$956Air Canada
Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Oct 4
Air Canada Logo
4:55 pm - 2:05 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
3:55 pm - 8:45 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
43h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco
$956Air Canada
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
35h 00m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 11:57 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
34h 22m2 stops Vancouver Intl San Francisco
$956Air Canada
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8
Air Canada Logo
7:05 am - 4:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
17h 55m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 5:59 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
16h 24m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$959Air Canada
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29
Air Canada Logo
7:05 am - 4:00 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 55m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 5:59 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
16h 24m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$959Air Canada
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:25 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 05m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 7:55 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
14h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,179United Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 5:25 pmSAN  San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 36m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 7:55 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego
14h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,179United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at $1,085 round-trip.
  • July ($1,978) and December ($1,783) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$461
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,175 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,522, a difference of $347. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 6,575 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $505, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 59m, compared with 16h 02m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 16h 40m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 15 hours ahead of San Diego (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from $1,120 to $1,649, with an average of $1,272 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,120 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,175 - about $347 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $1,085 round-trip in that month - typically $893 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport By IHG
    - Dazhong Airport Hotel
    - Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Diego to Shanghai

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Diego (SAN)
Pu Dong (PVG)