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

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7:43 pm - 9:45 am
SJC
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SHA
47h 02m
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10:55 am - 6:00 pm
SHA
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SJC
22h 05m
2 stops
$960Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:43 pm - 9:45 am
SJC
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SHA
47h 02m
2 stops
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10:55 am - 6:00 pm
SHA
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SJC
22h 05m
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$969Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:00 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 55m
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11:40 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 20m
2 stops
$1,026Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:13 am - 9:45 am
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SHA
32h 32m
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6:15 pm - 5:56 pm
SHA
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SJC
39h 41m
2 stops
$1,045Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:00 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 55m
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11:40 am - 10:53 pm
PVG
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SJC
26h 13m
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$1,051Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:45 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
37h 10m
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11:40 am - 10:12 pm
PVG
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SJC
25h 32m
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$1,066Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:00 am - 9:45 am
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SHA
34h 45m
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10:55 am - 10:53 pm
SHA
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SJC
26h 58m
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$1,070Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:45 pm - 9:45 am
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SHA
50h 00m
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10:55 am - 5:56 pm
SHA
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SJC
22h 01m
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$1,085Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:43 pm - 9:45 am
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SHA
47h 02m
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10:55 am - 5:56 pm
SHA
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22h 01m
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$1,095Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:43 pm - 10:05 am
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PVG
47h 22m
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11:40 am - 10:53 pm
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SJC
26h 13m
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$1,127Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 11

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Jul 9
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
31h 53m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 28
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 47m
2 stops
SJC2:12 pmSan Jose
$1,741
Korean Air
Jul 12
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
55h 53m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 29
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 48m
2 stops
SJC10:13 pmSan Jose
$1,748
Korean Air
Jul 10
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
43h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 28
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 47m
2 stops
SJC2:12 pmSan Jose
$1,791

China Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best China Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
China Airlines
Sep 8
SJC2:11 pmSan Jose
29h 39m
2 stops
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 21
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
40h 12m
2 stops
SJC1:17 pmSan Jose
$1,326
China Airlines
Oct 11
SJC12:02 pmSan Jose
31h 48m
2 stops
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 25
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
28h 21m
2 stops
SJC9:11 amSan Jose
$1,446
China Airlines
Aug 20
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
37h 35m
2 stops
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 31
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
31h 58m
2 stops
SJC12:48 pmSan Jose
$1,458

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 9/15

7:43 pm-9:45 am

2 stops47h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/19

10:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$960

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 9/15

7:43 pm-9:45 am

2 stops47h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/19

10:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$969
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 9/16

10:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

11:40 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,026

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 8/31

10:13 am-9:45 am

2 stops32h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/10

6:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops39h 41m

$1,045

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 9/19

8:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/17

11:40 am-10:53 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,051

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 9/26

4:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/19

11:40 am-10:12 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,066

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 9/19

8:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops34h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/17

10:55 am-10:53 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$1,070

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 9/26

4:45 pm-9:45 am

2 stops50h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/19

10:55 am-5:56 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,085

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 9/26

7:43 pm-9:45 am

2 stops47h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/9

10:55 am-5:56 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,095

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 9/26

7:43 pm-10:05 am

2 stops47h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/11

11:40 am-10:53 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,127

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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

22h 02m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 22h 02m
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 22h 02m 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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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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