San Francisco to Shanghai Business Class Flights
Lie-flat business class · 12h 30m · China Eastern, United
Based on fares from the past 90 days. Prices vary by date.
Compare business class flights from San Francisco to Shanghai. Lie-flat seats from €1,800 on China Eastern, United. Flight time 12h 30m, distance 9,900 km. Book 2-4 months ahead for the best fares.
Airlines on this route
Business class service between San Francisco and Shanghai is operated by China Eastern and United . All carriers offer lie-flat seats with direct aisle access on this 9,900 km route, with typical flight times of 12h 30m.
What to expect on San Francisco–Shanghai
At 12h 30m, this long-haul route is where business class truly shines. Expect a fully lie-flat bed (Lie-flat), multi-course dining, and premium lounge access at San Francisco. China Eastern operates the most competitive fares starting at €1,800.
San Francisco (SFO) — departure airport
Flights depart from San Francisco (SFO). Business class passengers have access to premium lounges before departure. Your destination airport is Shanghai (PVG). See our SFO airport guide for lounge details and PVG arrival info.
How to book San Francisco to Shanghai business class
Prices for business class from San Francisco to Shanghai range from €1,800 to €4,600. For routes above €1,500, booking 3–6 months ahead and being flexible with dates can save 20–30%. Set a price alert and wait for sales. Compare fares across 2 airlines — prices can vary by €1,400 or more depending on the carrier and season.