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$405 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$712
Overall average: $899
China Southern
Thu 1/29Thu 2/5
SFO - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$952
Typical prices: $1,196-$1,332
China Eastern
Mon 2/16Thu 3/12
SFO - PVG • Non-stop
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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom for comfort.
Use the Maglev train for a quick ride from PVG to Shanghai.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Pu Dong (SFO-PVG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Pu Dong 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Pu Dong

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 9:35 pm
SFO
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PVG
30h 00m2 stops
China Southern Logo
5:05 pm - 7:40 pm
PVG
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SFO
18h 35m1 stop
$712China Southern
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26
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11:40 am - 8:25 pm
SFO
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PVG
16h 45m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
11:20 am - 9:30 am
PVG
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SFO
14h 10m1 stop
$713Korean Air
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Apr 2
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 10:00 am
SFO
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PVG
18h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:20 pm - 8:30 pm
PVG
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SFO
18h 10m1 stop
$715China Southern
Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 2
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11:35 pm - 4:15 pm
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PVG
24h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
6:05 pm - 7:40 pm
PVG
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SFO
17h 35m1 stop
$716China Southern
Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 22
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11:35 pm - 12:45 am
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PVG
33h 10m2 stops
China Southern Logo
6:55 am - 7:40 pm
PVG
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SFO
28h 45m2 stops
$717China Southern
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Apr 2
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:20 pm
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PVG
24h 45m1 stop
China Southern Logo
6:55 am - 8:30 pm
PVG
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SFO
28h 35m2 stops
$718China Southern
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 15
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:25 am
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PVG
43h 50m2 stops
China Southern Logo
9:30 pm - 7:40 pm
PVG
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SFO
38h 10m3 stops
$719China Southern
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Mar 30
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11:50 pm - 3:10 pm
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PVG
23h 20m1 stop
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4:25 pm - 3:00 pm
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SFO
13h 35m1 stop
$720Asiana Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 27
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11:50 pm - 10:05 am
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PVG
18h 15m1 stop
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4:25 pm - 2:00 pm
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SFO
13h 35m1 stop
$721Asiana Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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11:02 am - 1:15 am
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22h 13m2 stops
ANA Logo
8:30 am - 3:20 pm
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SFO
22h 50m1 stop
$722ANA
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Pu Dong flights

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

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Planning a trip from San Francisco to Pu Dong? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong Airport is August, where tickets cost $869 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,561 and $1,520 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $818, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Pu Dong

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Polaris Lounge offers a luxurious experience with restaurant dining, ideal for premium passengers.


United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy, enhancing comfort.

China Eastern

China Eastern's Business Class offers lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 configuration for long-haul comfort.


China Eastern offers Wi-Fi on most long-haul flights, but Western sites may be blocked without a VPN.

Airports
SFO

SFO offers curbside check-in for United, Delta, and Southwest, making it convenient for families. Remember to tip if you use this service.

PVG

Use the Maglev train for a quick 10-minute ride from PVG to Shanghai. It's faster than taxis or buses, which take over an hour.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$405
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Pu Dong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Pu Dong 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 Pudong Airport flights

  • What types of flights are available from San Francisco International Airport (SF) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)?

    No direct flights from San Francisco to Shanghai are currently available. Most of the journeys you will find from SFO to PVG will require three layovers. These flights are typically operated by Delta Airlines, and the layovers will usually occur in Minneapolis (MSP), Seattle (SEA), and Incheon (ICN).

  • How can I get from downtown San Francisco to SFO airport?

    Downtown San Francisco is about a 20min drive from the airport, so you can take a rideshare such as Lyft or Uber, take a taxi, or drive yourself. Or, you can use public transport. BART, or Bay Area Rapid Transit, has a route directly from downtown San Francisco to the International Terminal at the airport, which usually takes 30min.

  • How can I get from the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the Shanghai city center?

    Shanghai is a big city, so the city center is about 45min from the airport by car. You can take a taxi from the airport. Or, you can utilize public transportation. You have several options here: the magnetic light rail, the train, or the bus. The route you take will depend on your destination within the city center.

  • What other cities are served by the Shanghai airport?

    Other than Shanghai, the PVG airport serves other nearby cities in China. These include Jiaxing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Nantong, and several others.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport was $405 for a one-way ticket and $712 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in Shanghai Pudong Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    San Francisco and Shanghai Pudong Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Asiana Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Shanghai are EVA Air and Korean Air. With an average price for the route of $1,325 and an overall rating of 8.5, EVA Air is the most popular choice. Korean Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $979 and an overall rating of 8.4.

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

    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 Pudong Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Pudong Airport 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 Pudong Airport?

    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 Pudong Airport with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and PVG 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 Pudong Airport?

    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 Pudong Airport from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $515 or less one-way and $821 or less round-trip.
  • Will you need to park your vehicle at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) during your trip to Shanghai, China? There are many parking options, but your best bet for a longer trip will be to use the Long-Term Parking lot. This Long-Term Parking lot is connected to all terminals via the Blue Line of the AirTrain.
  • If you are flying with kids, you will find several childrens’ play areas in the San Francisco Airport where you can kill some time and tire them out before your long flight. You can find these play zones in Terminal 2 at the D gates and in Terminal 3 at the E gates and F gates.
  • Have you arrived at SFO early and need to kill some time before you take off? Then check out the SFO Museum Exhibits or take one of many self-guided tours of the terminal building. You will find these entertainment options in Terminals 2 and 3.
  • Both the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offer services for those traveling with reduced mobility. SFO and PVG both offer wheelchair services and assistance navigating the airport before takeoff and after landing. If you need to take advantage of these services or you need something more specific, arrange it with your airline before your flight.
  • Are you renting a car when you arrive in Shanghai? Make your way to the rental car counters in the arrivals area of the terminal building. You will then be picking up your rental in P4 lot directly outside the terminal building.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Shanghai Pu Dong to San Francisco

Monday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern, United Airlines

China Eastern, United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Pu Dong

 
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Korean AirOverall score based on 1186 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.5Boarding
8.7Crew
8.1Food
8.3Comfort
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The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

10.0 ExcellentVivian, Nov 2025
SEA - ICN
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The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

There was a lot of partial tv shows but not enough to last the flight. The food was incredible! The crew were so helpful and patient. Lots more space than what I usually get on an international flight. Very comfortable!

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

Not many people, so you can lay down on two seats

The delay in Korea was a pain and set us back a day. I have to give big props to Korean Air for setting up a hotel with dinner and transportation to and from the hotel. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they did an outstanding job.

Better screens, it would have been nice to have more comfortable seats.

Very clean ,flight attendants very professional,nice , Boarding was very easy

The aircraft was massive (A-380) and became crowded with 400+ passengers on board.

The plane hasnt left im stuck in seatle still my flight has been grounded for almost 5 hours

My luggage didn’t arrive with my flight. Flight was delayed by nearly 2 hours while we sat on the plane and I almost missed my connecting flight and subsequently missed the last train from the airport so it took me another 2 hours to get to my destination after arriving, Crew skipped me several times when offering beverages, and I couldn’t get their attention at times because they wouldn’t even make eye contact with me. They didn’t give me a form for disembarking so I had to go to the back of the line after waiting an eternity for immigration. Paid for on flight wi- fi that didn’t work for most of the flight.

Love flying Asiana. Been using it for over a decade now.

Coming back to America was a peaceful flight everyone and everything was perfect

I had a bad experience coming from America to Thailand. On my connecting flight my check in suitcase was not put on the departing aircraft, I received my suitcase 24 hours after arriving in Bangkok and when I open my luggage my hand swelled up. The next morning when I put on an outfit from my suitcase my face swelled up and became numb. My entire vacation was ruined it seems that some kind of chemical was sprayed into suitcase and ruined my clothes and got me sick. The staff at my hotel called the airline and spoke to someone and they told me to file a complaint and gave my a website to do so. I did not file a complaint I felt like it would have fell on death ears. I had to throw away my brand new vacation clothes and suitcase and I had the worst vacation ever due to this happening to me.

The staff was courteous and the flight was very smooth. It was so nice to see the captain greeting the passengers at the end of the flights.

The beefsteak on the lunch menu was excellent! I usually do not eat airplane food. I loved it.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

The flight was just ok, but the vendor made it exceptio ally bard to manage my own reservation and would not give me access. The blocked all of the one time pins to come to their email address which caused me.to go through them eceryrime to get seats see rhe reservation and even get wheelchair access for my sick 71 year old uncle. They only xommunicates via a bot which gave me incorrect info. I thought this was Kayak and not underprivileged. They ruined his trip, did not get him aisle seats and made it impossible to purchase extra leg room. It was a horrible experience. He was taken to hospital on arrival only to find he had blood clots and pnemonia while trying to navigate the airport. This vendor is very irresponsible and the airline could not access his info.

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

Super delayed. Unnecessary. Need more competent people doing logistics to keep things moving on time. Totally unacceptable.

Flew from lax economy on cathay 777. Seat configuration 3-4-3. When the forward seat reclines it feels like someone is leaning forward and staring you. If you are slightly big tray tables will touch your abdomen even with seats upright. AVOID this above 777 configuration at all cost for a long flight. However their Airbus 350 3-3-3 configuration felt spacious and Seats wider.

Well- trained, cheerful onboard staff. Business class seating and storage were excellent. Outstanding range of food choices, though quality ranged from just OK (seasonal rice and beef dish) to outstanding ( congee and soup noodles with beef brisket). But what can you expect; it's on a plane. I couldn't figure out the remote control, but touch screen worked well. My wife and I (in our 60s), didnt find much to watch from the Entertainment choices. We mostly watched the flight maps. The bedding did the job but is unwieldy and ends up in a clump, with one-third falling on the floor.

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

Seats in the absolute back row of the plane even though we booked ages ago :( Crew was awesome though

My connecting flight was canceled or never existed. My stopover went from 1 hour and a half to 10 hours. It was a long day that I wasn't prepared for and it would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Cathay is great though. Great staff, entertainment and food.

from SFO-> FRA flight, AVML meal was significantly less compared to regular meal, especially no Desert, no Bread, no sides.

This was an older airplane. The cabin was constantly warm to hot throughout the 10 hour flight and there were no vents to personalize air flow. Also since it was an older plane, the material and comfort of the chairs were very uncomfortable. I left my flight with major soreness on my tailbone.

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

My experience on this United Airlines flight was highly uncomfortable, primarily due to two issues: Cabin Temperature: The temperature on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 was unacceptably high, feeling consistently around 80 degrees throughout the flight. This made sleeping impossible and significantly detracted from the experience. Seating Arrangement: Being stuck in a middle seat for a six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight compounded the discomfort. Moving forward, I will always purchase a seat assignment to avoid this situation.

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

Same as last comment. Food sucks. Quality. Not surprising most people have no clue about nourishment Clearly

We were in business class. the angled seats in that class do not have a real window view & the placement of the controls are bad. But we knew that. But the food options were mediocre. The taste was fine, but the size was for a child. It’s just really feels like United is skimping on everything. Even when we were in the Polaris lounge they did not have diet sodas. They said they were out no Coke zero no Diet Coke, etc. I do not think the portion of nuts they serve on the plane could get any smaller. Really a minimal service and offer for what you’re paying for in business.

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

From the first moment you interact with United Airlines, you can expect nothing less but extreme frustration. The baggage handler at the bag drop seems completely unbothered by the presence of customers waiting in line. No help was extended to load the baggage whatsoever. And if any of your bags is overweight by 0.01 pound they will make you re-distribute everything in your suitcase just to play power trip. When it was time to board no help was extended to customers to locate their seats. Moreover. It was a chaotic mess at the gate when it was unclear who should board first and everyone just bunched up, trying to get on the plane. I am sure the crew was doing their best to perform their jobs while being paid their wages however it shouldn’t be that hard to smile once or twice when you’re in the business if serving customers. It is a shame for the United States of America to have a flagship carrier of such low caliber. Our flight was also delayed by about an hour and a half due to further delays prior to our inbound flight. Being someone who has travelled for both business and leisure in Asia, Europe, and South America I have never experienced such poor quality of service.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

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