Are direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers can often be significantly cheaper, especially for long-haul international routes. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Antonio to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or mid-week often results in lower fares compared to weekends or major holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Antonio to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor in transportation costs to and from the airport at both ends of your journey.

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SAT - Shanghai
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$1,206
$1,026
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San Antonio to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Flights from San Antonio to Shanghai cover a substantial distance of 12,037 km, categorizing this as a long-haul journey. Right now, fares to Shanghai from San Antonio are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1387–$1666, with a median of $1528. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Antonio to Shanghai, the cheapest time to fly is often in January, with a median fare of $914. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $923. Another relatively affordable option is April, where the median fare is $1512.

When flying from San Antonio to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 3.

A typical journey from San Antonio to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 62h 41m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of multiple stopovers for most itineraries.

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,068 - $1,969

Prices for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai is between $1068 and $1969. The current lowest deal is $1026, available through Kayak for travel from Sep 21-Oct 20.

now $1,026

Low $1,068

High $1,969

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai is January, with a median price of $914. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2573. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $914

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,573

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Frontier Airlines

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Shanghai

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Korean Air

$1,665

$1,166

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,311

$1,227

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,379

$1,217

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,380

$1,235

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,379

$1,238

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,380

$1,239

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,665 → $1,168

30%

Sep 20 - Oct 20

$1,223 → $1,030

16%

29 nights

Sep 21 - Oct 20

$1,206 → $1,026

15%

Sep 21 - Oct 21

$1,206 → $1,026

15%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

San Antonio - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Antonio to Shanghai are below the typical level at $1026.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $914.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 62h 41m

The typical flight duration from San Antonio to Shanghai is 62 hours and 41 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers 39 deals

Frontier Airlines has 39 deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai are historically rare.

San Antonio main airports to depart from

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International is a convenient option for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,238

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,115

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive route networks and competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1,142

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From SAT

Elite

Oct 21

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$7,048

$5,301

Save $1,747

All Nippon Airways

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Dec 01

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$29,427

$21,737

Save $7,690

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Nov 09

Shanghai, China

88% AI deal score

$7,325

$5,782

Save $1,543

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 11

Shanghai, China

88% AI deal score

$28,151

$21,856

Save $6,295

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Oct 20

Shanghai, China

88% AI deal score

$27,832

$21,910

Save $5,922

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Dec 01

Shanghai, China

88% AI deal score

$28,884

$22,430

Save $6,454

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Nov 01

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$27,351

$22,187

Save $5,164

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 11

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$28,151

$22,238

Save $5,913

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 11

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$28,095

$22,331

Save $5,764

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 10

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$28,308

$22,407

Save $5,901

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 09

Shanghai, China

83% AI deal score

$8,003

$6,448

Save $1,555

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SAT

Elite

Sep 29

Shanghai, China

82% AI deal score

$7,159

$5,778

Save $1,381

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights are often less expensive than direct options.

Booking flights in advance often yields better prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may reveal optimal booking windows. Mid-week bookings can sometimes offer slight savings compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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San Antonio to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Shanghai

Regular price: $1,068 - $1,969

Prices for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai is between $1068 and $1969. The current lowest deal is $1026, available through Kayak for travel from Sep 21-Oct 20.

now $1,026

Low $1,068

High $1,969

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

January

Cheapest

Flights from $914

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,573

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Frontier Airlines

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Shanghai

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Korean Air

$1,665

$1,166

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (PVG)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,311

$1,227

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,379

$1,217

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,380

$1,235

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,379

$1,238

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Shanghai

San Antonio (SAT) - Shanghai (SHA)

Frontier Airlines, Air China

$1,380

$1,239

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,665 → $1,168

30%

Sep 20 - Oct 20

$1,223 → $1,030

16%

29 nights

Sep 21 - Oct 20

$1,206 → $1,026

15%

Sep 21 - Oct 21

$1,206 → $1,026

15%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

San Antonio - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Antonio to Shanghai are below the typical level at $1026.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $914.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 62h 41m

The typical flight duration from San Antonio to Shanghai is 62 hours and 41 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers 39 deals

Frontier Airlines has 39 deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai are historically rare.

San Antonio main airports to depart from

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International is a convenient option for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,238

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,115

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers extensive route networks and competitive pricing compared to Shanghai airports.

Shanghai, China

82% AI deal score

$7,159

$5,778

Save $1,381

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from San Antonio to Shanghai

San Antonio to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

Direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

San Antonio - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 62h 41m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers 39 deals

Deals are rare on this route

San Antonio main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Oct 21

Dec 01

Nov 09

Sep 11

Oct 20

Dec 01

Nov 01

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 10

Sep 09

Sep 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on San Antonio to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking San Antonio to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from San Antonio

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

San Antonio to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

Direct flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Shanghai

San Antonio - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 62h 41m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers 39 deals

Deals are rare on this route

San Antonio main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Oct 21

Dec 01

Nov 09

Sep 11

Oct 20

Dec 01

Nov 01

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 10

Sep 09

Sep 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Antonio to Shanghai?