Shanghai to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to San Francisco (SFO) connect China and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,877 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 to 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SHA, PVG and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco 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
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 9,877 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 to 14 hours
- Origin codes
- SHA, PVG
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Shanghai to San Francisco
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Route overview
Shanghai to San Francisco 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 SFO. Related codes: SHA, PVG → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,877 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 to 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Shanghai, other destinations from Shanghai, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Shanghai to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Shanghai to San Francisco typically take about 13 to 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Shanghai to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai and San Francisco is approximately 9,877 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Shanghai to San Francisco?
Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco to Shanghai?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Shanghai. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,877 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Shanghai to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects China (Shanghai) with United States (San Francisco).
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