How long is the flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Direct flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles typically take around 12h 45m. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,415 km.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

As a general industry pattern, mid-week flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to be cheaper — see the cheapest-day page for real fare data on this route where available.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

Use our flight search above to see live availability and compare prices across airlines flying Shanghai to Los Angeles.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai to Los Angeles?

For the best fares, aim to book 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season and 2–4 weeks during off-peak periods. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear within 14 days of departure.

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Direct Flights: Shanghai to Los Angeles

12h 45m

Flight time

10,415 km

Distance

Airport pairs

Find non-stop flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles — no layovers, no connections. The route covers 10,415 km with a typical flight time of 12h 45m. Los Angeles is located in United States.

Direct airport connections

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

SHA

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

→

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

Best time to book

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Nearby airports

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

FAQs — Direct Flights Shanghai to Los Angeles

Yes, there are non-stop flights operating between Shanghai and Los Angeles. Flight time is approximately 12h 45m.