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Cheapest round-trip
$758
Typical prices: $822-$1,130
China Southern
Thu 9/3Wed 9/16
PVG - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,080
Typical prices: $1,186-$1,605
Air France
Mon 8/31Sun 9/13
PVG - LAX • Non-stop
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China Eastern includes free baggage on long-haul fares from PVG to LAX.
United Premium Plus adds extra recline and legroom for the long flight.
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You can fly direct with China Eastern, United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 12h 13m
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Cheapest • Avg $716 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pu Dong to Los Angeles (PVG-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Pu Dong to Los Angeles 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 Pu Dong to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
China Southern Logo
10:05 pm - 8:00 pm
PVG
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LAX
36h 55m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:50 pm - 12:20 am
LAX
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PVG
33h 30m
1 stop
$758China Southern
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13
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6:55 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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LAX
28h 05m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:50 pm - 1:00 pm
LAX
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PVG
22h 10m
1 stop
$767China Southern
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Mar 19
Asiana Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 6:50 am
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LAX
30h 25m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 9:05 pm
LAX
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PVG
19h 55m
1 stop
$929Asiana Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Apr 18
Asiana Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 6:50 am
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LAX
14h 25m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 10:05 am
LAX
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PVG
19h 35m
1 stop
$938Asiana Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Feb 24
Korean Air Logo
8:50 am - 9:40 am
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LAX
15h 50m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
10:50 pm - 9:45 am
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PVG
18h 55m
1 stop
$962Korean Air
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Feb 26
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8:50 am - 2:50 pm
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LAX
21h 00m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
10:50 am - 8:25 pm
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PVG
17h 35m
1 stop
$962Korean Air
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 26
China Eastern Logo
1:10 pm - 9:05 am
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LAX
11h 55mnonstop
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 5:45 pm
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PVG
14h 15mnonstop
$1,085China Eastern
Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 3
China Eastern Logo
1:10 pm - 9:05 am
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LAX
11h 55mnonstop
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 5:45 pm
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PVG
14h 15mnonstop
$1,087China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13
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8:10 pm - 5:20 pm
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LAX
12h 10mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 5:45 pm
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PVG
13h 50mnonstop
$1,100United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 9:17 pm
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LAX
24h 07m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 5:25 pm
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PVG
27h 50m
1 stop
$1,101United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Pu Dong to Los Angeles flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Los Angeles from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport usually cost between $627 and $1,344 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $758 on China Southern (Sep 3-Sep 16).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles, 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles is December, where tickets cost $713 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,243 and $1,210 respectively.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,097 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles, 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pu Dong to Los Angeles

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on PVG

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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April

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$538
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Pu Dong to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pu Dong to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles flights

  • What airlines suit business travels from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

    Cathay Pacific offers a premium business class experience with comfortable seating, dedicated business lounges, priority boarding, and in-flight amenities such as gourmet meals and entertainment options. American Airlines provides business class services with lie-flat seats, priority check-in, access to Admirals Club lounges, and enhanced in-flight dining options. They also offer connectivity and power outlets to facilitate productivity during the journey.

  • What layovers are common between Shanghai Pudong Airport and Los Angeles?

    When flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles, layover options depend on the airline and flight route. Some common layover cities on this route include Seoul-Incheon, Tokyo-Narita, Taipei-Taoyuan, and Beijing. Airlines such as Korean Air, China Eastern Airlines, Japan Airlines, China Airlines, and Air China often offer flights with layovers in these cities.

  • What checked baggage and carry-on policies for Economy class exist on Asiana Airlines?

    For checked baggage, Asiana Airlines typically allows Economy class passengers to bring two pieces of checked luggage weighing up to 50 lbs. Regarding carry-on baggage, Economy class passengers on Asiana Airlines are usually allowed one piece of carry-on luggage with a maximum weight of 22 lbs and dimensions that do not exceed 45 inches in length, width, and height.

  • What airlines suit family travels from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

    Airlines such as China Eastern Airlines and Air China provide special meals for kids, dedicated family check-in counters, and entertainment options that are kid friendly. As a major American carrier, Delta Air Lines also operates nonstop flights on this route and offers family-friendly amenities like pre-boarding for families and child-friendly entertainment options.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles was $539 for a one-way ticket and $758 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Shanghai Pudong Airport and Los Angeles?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles, Korean Air or Asiana Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles are Korean Air and Asiana Airlines. With an average price for the route of $736 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. Asiana Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $763 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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 Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles.

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

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

    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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to Shanghai Pudong Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Shanghai Pudong Airport and LAX 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 Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles from Shanghai Pudong Airport 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $719 or less one-way and $1,178 or less round-trip.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main airport in Los Angeles. It is a hub for several major airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. LAX provides nonstop flights to various international destinations, including Amsterdam, Beijing, and Paris. LAX is convenient for travelers in the area due to its extensive flight options, efficient airport facilities, and convenient location.
  • Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) offers several lounges for passengers to relax and unwind before their flights. No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 2 provides comfortable seating, a buffet of food and beverages, shower facilities, and a selection of newspapers and magazines. First Class Lounge in Terminal 1 is accessible to first-class passengers and select elite members. It features luxurious seating, a buffet of gourmet cuisine, a wide selection of beverages, private suites, shower facilities, and a business center.
  • The Metro Rail system provides a cost-effective option for reaching downtown from LAX. You can take the LAX FlyAway bus from the airport to the Metro Rail Green Line Aviation/LAX Station. You can transfer to the Metro Rail Blue Line or other lines serving downtown Los Angeles.
  • Do you wish to upgrade to first class? If you are a member of Air China's frequent flyer program, PhoenixMiles, you can use your accumulated miles to upgrade to first class. The availability of upgrades will depend on your ticket's membership level and specific fare class.
  • When it comes to sustainable airlines operating from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Los Angeles, one notable option is China Eastern Airlines. China Eastern has made efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and implement environmentally friendly practices. The airline has introduced fuel-efficient aircraft into its fleet and actively participates in carbon offset programs.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Shanghai Pu Dong to Los Angeles.
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Direct departures

Shanghai Pu Dong to Los Angeles

Monday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

Friday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Friday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

China Eastern,United Airlines

China Eastern,United Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern,Delta,United Airlines

China Eastern,Delta, +1 more

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