SFO - SHA

$508 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl departing on 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$741
Typical prices: $757-$1,069
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/24Sat 10/10
SFO - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$508
Typical prices: $432-$543
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/14
SFO - SHA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Hongqiao Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Incheon (ICN)
Cheapest • Avg $1,002 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 16h 52m (one-way)
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl (SFO-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 10
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:20 pm - 9:45 am
SFO
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SHA
19h 25m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 3:30 pm
SHA
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SFO
19h 35m
1 stop
$741Asiana Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 10
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:20 pm - 9:45 am
SFO
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SHA
19h 25m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 3:30 pm
SHA
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SFO
19h 35m
1 stop
$741Asiana Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 30
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 pm - 12:05 pm
SFO
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SHA
31h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 11:15 pm
SHA
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SFO
39h 45m
1 stop
$742Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Dec 1
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:00 pm - 12:05 pm
SFO
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SHA
32h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:35 pm - 9:15 pm
SHA
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SFO
20h 40m
1 stop
$742Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14
Air China Logo
1:00 pm - 10:40 pm
SFO
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SHA
18h 40m
1 stop
Air China Logo
7:55 am - 10:30 am
SHA
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SFO
17h 35m
1 stop
$747Air China
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Dec 1
Air China Logo
1:00 pm - 10:40 pm
SFO
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SHA
18h 40m
1 stop
Air China Logo
8:30 pm - 9:30 am
SHA
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SFO
29h 00m
1 stop
$747Air China
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 22
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:25 pm
SFO
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SHA
26h 50m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
4:50 pm - 8:40 pm
SHA
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SFO
18h 50m
1 stop
$757China Southern
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:20 am
SFO
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SHA
19h 45m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
9:45 pm - 8:40 pm
SHA
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SFO
37h 55m
2 stops
$771China Southern
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 10:00 am
SFO
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SHA
24h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 9:30 am
SHA
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SFO
29h 00m
1 stop
$799Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 12:50 pm
SFO
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SHA
30h 09m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 10:28 am
SHA
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SFO
32h 18m
2 stops
$804Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from San Francisco usually cost between $747 and $1,038 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $741 on Asiana Airlines (Aug 19-Sep 12).

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is April, where tickets cost $820 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,560 and $1,350 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 1 week before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$508
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport was $508 for a one-way ticket and $741 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    On your way to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, you’ll fly out from San Francisco. You’ll be landing at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from San Francisco?

    Seoul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai, Korean Air or ANA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai are Korean Air and ANA. With an average price for the route of $860 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. ANA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,177 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and SHA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Hongqiao Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Hongqiao Intl (SHA)