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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to San Francisco from £693

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£747

One-way from

£693

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,176
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 22/10-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Shanghai to San Francisco
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Asiana Airlines
  • Asiana Airlines
  • 6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 50m total
  • Shanghai to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 11 July 2025.

Wed 22/1013:20SHA - SFO
1 stop19h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 21/400:20SFO - SHA
1 stop20h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/7£747
Tue 29/715:50SHA - SFO
1 stop19h 50mChina Southern
Thu 7/800:35SFO - SHA
2 stops23h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 10/7£1,036
Tue 29/713:35SHA - SFO
1 stop18h 20mANA
Wed 6/801:45SFO - SHA
1 stop19h 30mANA
Deal found 9/7£1,163
Sun 24/813:30SHA - SFO
2 stops38h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 31/810:40SFO - SHA
1 stop20h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/7£1,307
Tue 29/708:10SHA - SFO
2 stops30h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/811:00SFO - SHA
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7£1,371
Thu 30/1018:25SHA - SFO
1 stop31h 05mKorean Air
Wed 3/1211:40SFO - SHA
1 stop37h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 10/7£3,154

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/10

13:20-17:30

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

00:20-12:05

1 stop20h 45m

£747

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/7

15:50-20:40

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 7/8

00:35-15:25

2 stops23h 50m

£1,036

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/7

13:35-16:55

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 6/8

01:45-12:15

1 stop19h 30m

£1,163

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 24/8

13:30-13:14

2 stops38h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

10:40-21:50

1 stop20h 10m

£1,307

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 29/7

08:10-23:57

2 stops30h 47m

San Francisco

Thu 7/8

11:00-12:50

2 stops34h 50m

£1,371

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

18:25-10:30

1 stop31h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

11:40-17:10

1 stop37h 30m

£3,154

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/8

18:10-16:00

1 stop36h 50m

£693

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/8

18:25-11:00

1 stop31h 35m

£703

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 23/7

12:50-10:05

1 stop36h 15m

£804

ShanghaiSan Francisco

SHA - SFO

SHASFO

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 31/7

22:30-22:55

1 stop39h 25m

£877

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 8/7

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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 27 June 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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 11 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, andJapan Airlines from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,105 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
454 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
900 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

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 £747, 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 China Southern and ANA - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £1,036 and £1,163, respectively. You may be able to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco for 1% 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 Asiana Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £693. However, be on the lookout for offers from Korean Air and Japan 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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