Shanghai to Los Angeles Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Los Angeles (LAX) connect China and United States. 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 SHA, PVG and LAX. The reverse route is Los Angeles to Shanghai. 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
- Shanghai, China
- Destination
- Los Angeles, United States
- Distance
- 10,415 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- LAX
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles
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Route overview
Shanghai to Los Angeles is a city-pair air route between China and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SHA and LAX. Related codes: SHA, PVG → LAX.
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
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Los Angeles to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
Direct flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and Los Angeles is approximately 10,415 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is Los Angeles to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,415 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to Los Angeles route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with United States (Los Angeles).
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