Cheapest Day to Buy Flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai
Los Angeles to Shanghai is 10,415 km (6,472 mi) great-circle — usually 12 h+ with at least 1 stop. Fares typically bottom out 3–12 weeks before departure; the calendar below shows the cheapest price for every day of the next 12 months.
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When to book vs. when to fly — Los Angeles → Shanghai
Live data from recent Aviasales searches for LAX → PVG, plus a booking rule of thumb.
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FAQ — LAX → PVG
How much is a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
Prices vary by season and departure day. The Low Fare Calendar on this page shows the cheapest fare for every day of the coming year between Los Angeles (LAX) and Shanghai (PVG).
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
The Los Angeles → Shanghai route covers about 10,415 km and usually 12 h+ with at least 1 stop. Multiple carriers operate it — search FlyTiming to compare every airline and agency serving LAX → PVG in one search.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
It varies by month. The price card on this page highlights the cheapest month and the historically cheapest day of the week to fly this route — the Low Fare Calendar below marks low-fare days in green.
When is the best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai?
As a rule of thumb, fares on international routes are usually lowest roughly 3–12 weeks before departure — and northern-summer peak (June–August) usually means the highest fares — book early or aim for the shoulder months. The calendar below is the fastest way to spot the cheapest months for Los Angeles → Shanghai.