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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $555

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Multiple Airlines Logo
7:21 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 49m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 5:02 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 52m
2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15
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8:02 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 53m
2 stops
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11:40 am - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 05m
2 stops
$1,034Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12
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6:17 am - 11:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
26h 38m
2 stops
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8:35 am - 3:51 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 16m
2 stops
$1,087Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15
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8:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
23h 10m
2 stops
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9:35 am - 3:52 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 17m
2 stops
$1,103Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:21 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 49m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 8:13 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 33m
2 stops
$1,121Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4
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6:17 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
43h 03m
2 stops
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12:35 am - 6:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
32h 25m
2 stops
$1,143Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:38 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
32h 17m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 50m
2 stops
$1,164Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Oct 3
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12:02 pm - 12:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
33h 03m
2 stops
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4:50 pm - 3:52 pm
SHA
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SJC
38h 02m
2 stops
$1,197Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:59 am - 5:15 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 16m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:10 pm - 2:31 pm
PVG
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SJC
16h 21m
1 stop
$1,249China Eastern
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6
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8:20 am - 2:00 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 40m
2 stops
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9:05 am - 3:51 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 46m
2 stops
$1,297Japan Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Aug 1
SJC8:25 pmSan Jose
53h 40m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 15
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 49m
2 stops
SJC2:14 pmSan Jose
$1,147
Korean Air
Jul 31
SJC8:25 pmSan Jose
29h 40m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 14
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 11m
2 stops
SJC1:36 pmSan Jose
$1,640

Japan Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Aug 26
SJC8:20 amSan Jose
38h 40m
2 stops
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 9
PVG9:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
21h 46m
2 stops
SJC3:51 pmSan Jose
$1,297
Japan Airlines
Oct 19
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
39h 00m
2 stops
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 29
PVG8:55 amShanghai Pu Dong
21h 57m
2 stops
SJC3:52 pmSan Jose
$1,344
Japan Airlines
Oct 22
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
39h 00m
2 stops
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 8
PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
37h 11m
2 stops
SJC3:51 pmSan Jose
$1,346

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 8/18

7:21 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

11:10 am-5:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/29

8:02 am-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/12

11:40 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,034

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 8/18

6:17 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

8:35 am-3:51 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$1,087

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/22

8:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

9:35 am-3:52 pm

2 stops21h 17m

$1,103

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/29

7:21 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/4

1:40 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$1,121

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 10/1

6:17 am-4:20 pm

2 stops43h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/14

12:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,143

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/16

9:38 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops32h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/3

1:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$1,164

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 9/22

12:02 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops33h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

4:50 pm-3:52 pm

2 stops38h 02m

$1,197
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/22

6:59 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

1:10 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$1,249

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 8/26

8:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

9:05 am-3:51 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$1,297

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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

16h 41m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 16h 41m
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 16h 41m 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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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai from San Jose.

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