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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
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The cheapest one-way flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai departs on 10/24/2026, is operated by Asiana Airlines and costs $393
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai departs on 11/03/2026, is operated by Asiana Airlines and costs $678
Fastest flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai takes 13h 45m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Los Angeles and Shanghai is 10433km (6468 miles). The average flight duration is 17h 17m. There are 16 direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai. The time difference between Los Angeles and Shanghai is 16h. Flights from Los Angeles begin at 12:30 PM. The latest flight from Los Angeles departs at 12:50 PM
The Los Angeles — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, All Nippon Airways, Air China, Xiamen Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Flair Airlines Ltd., Westjet, and Air Canada. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $393. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
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Los Angeles — Shanghai
07/15/2026
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Direct flight
MU586
starting at $850
Los Angeles — Shanghai
07/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA198
starting at $924
Los Angeles — Shanghai
08/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA198
starting at $765
Los Angeles — Shanghai
10/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA198
starting at $993
Los Angeles — Shanghai
10/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU586
starting at $891
Los Angeles — Shanghai
06/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU586
starting at $998
Los Angeles — Shanghai
06/13/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU586
starting at $1,217
Los Angeles — Shanghai
08/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU586
starting at $766
Los Angeles — Shanghai
08/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA198
starting at $795
Los Angeles — Shanghai
10/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU586
starting at $733
There are most likely no direct flights on the Los Angeles — Shanghai route
The cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $393
Often the best time to buy tickets from Los Angeles to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: October, August, September.
The fastest flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai start from 13 hours 45 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Los Angeles — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines, United Airlines
The minimum one-way ticket price from Los Angeles to Shanghai is $393 (October 2026), while the maximum is $946 (December 2026). On average, a ticket costs $533–$970.
Prices on the Los Angeles — Shanghai route are unpredictable: costs change from month to month with no clear pattern. Still, even here some periods are more affordable than others.
Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is September 2026–October 2026 — averaging $418. The most expensive is December 2026–May 2027 ($707). The difference reaches 41%.
With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is September 2026–October 2026, where you can save up to 41%.
Price spread on this route is 32.9%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.