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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to San Francisco from £359

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£616

One-way from

£359

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,022
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 10/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Shanghai to San Francisco
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Shanghai to San Francisco
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High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 10/213:35SHA - SFO
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 17/223:35SFO - SHA
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/1£616
Sat 5/418:25SHA - SFO
1 stop31h 15mKorean Air
Fri 26/912:50SFO - SHA
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 16/1£642
Sun 6/418:10SHA - SFO
1 stop36h 20mAsiana Airlines
Thu 25/923:30SFO - SHA
1 stop26h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 16/1£715
Thu 13/213:40SHA - SFO
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/223:35SFO - SHA
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£850
Tue 10/613:30SHA - SFO
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/822:45SFO - SHA
2 stops53h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/1£4,751

Find flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco within your budget

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ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/2

13:35-16:20

1 stop18h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 17/2

23:35-12:20

1 stop20h 45m

£616

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/4

18:25-10:40

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 26/9

12:50-17:05

1 stop37h 15m

£642

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/4

18:10-15:30

1 stop36h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 26/9

23:30-17:00

1 stop26h 30m

£715

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/2

13:40-15:20

1 stop17h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 27/2

23:35-20:20

2 stops28h 45m

£850

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

13:30-14:25

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 6/8

22:45-19:00

2 stops53h 15m

£4,751

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/2

13:35-21:15

1 stop23h 40m

£359

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/1

19:40-06:30

1 stop26h 50m

£593

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/1

18:15-10:30

1 stop32h 15m

£671

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/3

13:30-14:10

1 stop15h 40m

£2,279

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/5

13:35-16:35

1 stop18h 00m

£6,358

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Deals found on 17/1

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Travel insights for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
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Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
826 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,034 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. On average, San Francisco has 0 inbound flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day from 0 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at £616, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Korean Air and Asiana Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £642 and £715, respectively. You may be able to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £359. However, be on the lookout for offers from EVA Air and Asiana Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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