What to know about flights from Shanghai to San Antonio?

The distance between Shanghai and San Antonio is approximately 12,065.88 km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July.

Cheapest one-way
$526
United Airlines United Airlines SHA-SAT 22h 49m · 1 stop Sun, Oct 25
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,072
Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines SHA-SAT 20h 5m · 2 stops Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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When to travel
November
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
12,065.88 km
Flight distance

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Shanghai to San Antonio over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $526 and round-trip from $1,072. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Shanghai to San Antonio are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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Which airlines are the most popular for Shanghai to San Antonio flights?

You can choose from 1 airlines that fly from Shanghai to San Antonio, including Air China, United Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Shanghai to San Antonio according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Antonio (SHA-SAT)?

    Based on Trip.com data, United Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $526 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to SAT on Sun, Oct 25), while Delta Air Lines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $1,072 departing on Thu, Nov 19 and returning on Mon, Nov 23.
  • At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Shanghai to San Antonio, including: Air China Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to San Antonio is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to San Antonio, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Oct 25, with one-way flights priced at just $526.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is United Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for San Antonio travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to San Antonio is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to San Antonio on October 30, 2026 with United Airlines, with prices starting at $1,392.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in San Antonio: San Antonio International Airport (SAT), and Kelly Field Annex/Lackland Air Force Base (SKF). Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to San Antonio International Airport (SHA-SAT) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between San Antonio and Shanghai is 14h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Shanghai to San Antonio is $733. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Shanghai and San Antonio, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.