Question 1

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong typically takes around 12 hours 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 15 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong, although not necessarily every day. On average, around around 7 to 8 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong are operated by, among others, United Airlines, Delta and China Eastern. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Japan Airlines (via Tokyo Haneda), Philippine Airlines (via Manila) and Air Canada (via Vancouver). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong, there are around 7 to 8 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 11:00 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Shanghai Pudong.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai Pudong usually departs at 1:45 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (HND) JL7015, JL0085 22h 10min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (KIX) JL0894, JL0060 13h 50min	Japan Airlines		$1,102
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (HND) JL7015, JL0085 22h 10min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (KIX) JL0894, JL0060 13h 50min	Japan Airlines	?	$1,139
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (HND) JL7015, JL0085 22h 10min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (KIX) JL0894, JL0060 13h 50min	Japan Airlines		$1,144
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (HND) JL7015, JL0085 22h 10min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (KIX) JL0894, JL0060 13h 50min	Japan Airlines	?	$1,196
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0201, OZ0367 19h 45min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0362, OZ0202 35h 40min	Asiana Airlines		$1,216
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0201, OZ0367 19h 45min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0362, OZ0202 35h 40min	Asiana Airlines		$1,221
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0201, OZ0361 32h 55min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (TFU) 3U6992, 3U3837 23h 35min	Asiana Airlines	?	$1,350
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 2 Stopovers (ICN, BKK, DMK) OZ0201, OZ0743, SL0926 47h 55min	Return 06/30/26 2 Stopovers (NRT, HND, HNL) IJ0004, AS0864, AS0804 50h 25min	Asiana Airlines, Thai Lion Air	?	$1,354
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 2 Stopovers (PDX, FRA) AS0668, DE2091, MU0220 33h 15min	Return 06/30/26 2 Stopovers (FRA, JFK) MU0219, DE2016, B61223 37h 57min	Alaska Airlines, Condor, China Eastern Airlines		$2,043
Los Angeles Shanghai Pudong	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0216, EK0304 38h 40min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0305, EK0215 45h 55min	Emirates Airline		$2,177

Roundtrip from	$1,101.25
Flight duration	min. 13:55 / max. 14:20
Return flight duration	min. 11:20/ max. 12:00
Distance	10427 km
Flights per week	36
Departure airport	Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
Arrival airport	Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Destination country	Flights to China

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