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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $477

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Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
38h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 3:52 pm
SHA
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SJC
41h 17m
2 stops
$1,251Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:17 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
43h 03m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
40h 20m
2 stops
$1,262Qatar Airways
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25
Qatar Airways Logo
6:17 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
43h 03m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 11:59 pm
PVG
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SJC
44h 19m
2 stops
$1,267Qatar Airways
Sun, Jul 12 - Thu, Jul 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 3:30 am
SJC
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PVG
24h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
33h 45m
1 stop
$1,301Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Fri, May 29
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11:40 am - 12:05 am
SJC
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PVG
45h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
33h 45m
1 stop
$1,304Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Fri, May 29
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11:40 am - 3:30 am
SJC
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PVG
24h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
14h 30m
1 stop
$1,316Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 12:05 am
SJC
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PVG
45h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
14h 30m
1 stop
$1,318Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27
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7:20 am - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
42h 45m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 5:05 pm
SHA
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SJC
37h 40m
2 stops
$1,741Korean Air
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 7
Korean Air Logo
7:00 am - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
43h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:09 pm
SHA
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SJC
34h 44m
2 stops
$1,749Korean Air
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Korean Air Logo
7:20 am - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
42h 45m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 8:01 pm
SHA
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SJC
40h 36m
2 stops
$1,791Korean Air
Tue, Jun 23 - Fri, Jul 3

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Nov 9
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
21h 25m
2 stops
PVG8:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 12
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
44h 48m
2 stops
SJC6:48 pmSan Jose
$1,172
Korean Air
Jun 23
SJC7:20 amSan Jose
42h 45m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 7
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 40m
2 stops
SJC5:05 pmSan Jose
$1,741
Korean Air
May 26
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
43h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 2
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 44m
2 stops
SJC2:09 pmSan Jose
$1,749

China Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best China Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
China Airlines
Oct 19
SJC4:46 pmSan Jose
27h 04m
2 stops
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 2
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
29h 55m
2 stops
SJC9:45 amSan Jose
$1,326
China Airlines
Aug 7
SJC4:30 pmSan Jose
35h 05m
2 stops
PVG6:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 30
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
35h 10m
2 stops
SJC8:15 amSan Jose
$1,556
China Airlines
May 19
SJC5:59 pmSan Jose
25h 51m
2 stops
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 21
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
28h 23m
2 stops
SJC9:13 amSan Jose
$1,747

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 10/19

6:15 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/25

1:35 pm-3:52 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$1,251

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 8/11

6:17 am-4:20 pm

2 stops43h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/25

6:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,262

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 7/12

6:17 am-4:20 pm

2 stops43h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/16

6:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops44h 19m

$1,267

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:40 am-3:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

2:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,301

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:40 am-12:05 am

2 stops45h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

2:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,304
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:40 am-3:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/27

10:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop14h 30m

$1,316

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:40 am-12:05 am

2 stops45h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/27

10:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop14h 30m

$1,318

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 6/23

7:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/7

6:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,741

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/2

6:25 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops34h 44m

$1,749

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 6/23

7:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/3

6:25 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops40h 36m

$1,791

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from San Jose, California is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Jose, California averaging around $745.

Cheap San Jose, California to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Fastest flight time

21h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 21h 30m
There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Shanghai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Jose, California to Shanghai

  • How far is San Jose to Shanghai by plane?

    A flight from San Jose to Shanghai will travel around 6175.9 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 30m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Jose Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights from San Jose to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from San Jose on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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