Los Angeles to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (SHA) connect United States and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,415 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Los Angeles. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 10,415 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between United States and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and SHA. Related codes: LAX → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,415 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Shanghai is approximately 10,415 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,415 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with China (Shanghai).
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