What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Shanghai?

Korean Air, China Eastern, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

United Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from San Jose, California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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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6:15 am - 10:40 amSJC-SHA

36h 25m2 stops

2:10 pm - 10:59 pmSHA-SJC

24h 49m2 stops

$822Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4

6:15 am - 11:55 pmSJC-PVG

25h 40m2 stops

7:10 am - 1:56 pmPVG-SJC

22h 46m2 stops

$847Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Jan 27

6:15 am - 11:55 pmSJC-PVG

25h 40m2 stops

7:10 am - 4:13 pmPVG-SJC

25h 03m2 stops

$888Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Feb 26

1:00 pm - 11:25 amSJC-PVG

30h 25m2 stops

10:50 pm - 1:24 pmPVG-SJC

54h 34m2 stops

$915Multiple Airlines

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30

7:00 am - 5:10 pmSJC-SHA

42h 10m2 stops

6:25 pm - 3:54 pmSHA-SJC

37h 29m2 stops

$941Korean Air

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Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Dec 1

2:50 pm - 11:55 amSJC-PVG

29h 05m2 stops

8:25 am - 6:04 pmPVG-SJC

25h 39m2 stops

$952Asiana Airlines

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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Mar 4

6:15 am - 10:05 amSJC-PVG

35h 50m2 stops

1:10 pm - 1:56 pmPVG-SJC

40h 46m2 stops

$972Asiana Airlines

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Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 8

8:10 am - 8:25 pmSJC-PVG

21h 15m2 stops

11:20 am - 1:45 pmPVG-SJC

18h 25m2 stops

$1,016Korean Air

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Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 12

7:00 am - 5:45 pmSJC-PVG

18h 45m1 stop

1:10 pm - 1:01 pmPVG-SJC

15h 51m1 stop

$1,088China Eastern

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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Feb 25

7:00 am - 5:45 pmSJC-PVG

18h 45m1 stop

1:10 pm - 1:01 pmPVG-SJC

15h 51m1 stop

$1,098China Eastern

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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 19

SJC7:00 amSan Jose

42h 10m

2 stops

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 1

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 29m

2 stops

SJC3:54 pmSan Jose

$941

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Korean Air

Oct 27

SJC8:10 amSan Jose

21h 15m

2 stops

PVG8:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 12

PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

18h 25m

2 stops

SJC1:45 pmSan Jose

$1,016

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Korean Air

Oct 21

SJC8:00 amSan Jose

21h 10m

2 stops

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 19

PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

20h 55m

2 stops

SJC1:45 pmSan Jose

$1,221

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Asiana Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

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Asiana Airlines

Jan 14

SJC2:50 pmSan Jose

29h 05m

2 stops

PVG11:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 4

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

25h 39m

2 stops

SJC6:04 pmSan Jose

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Asiana Airlines

Jan 24

SJC6:15 amSan Jose

35h 50m

2 stops

PVG10:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 8

PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

40h 46m

2 stops

SJC1:56 pmSan Jose

$972

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Asiana Airlines

Jan 12

SJC10:10 amSan Jose

42h 55m

2 stops

PVG9:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 27

PVG11:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 24m

2 stops

SJC10:59 pmSan Jose

$973

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6:15 am-10:40 am

2 stops36h 25m

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2:10 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops24h 49m

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Tue 11/4

6:15 am-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 40m

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7:10 am-1:56 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$847

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Thu 11/6

6:15 am-11:55 pm

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1:00 pm-11:25 am

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10:50 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops54h 34m

$915

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Wed 11/19

7:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops42h 10m

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Mon 12/1

6:25 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops37h 29m

$941

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 1/14

2:50 pm-11:55 am

2 stops29h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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8:25 am-6:04 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$952

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

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Sat 1/24

6:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1:10 pm-1:56 pm

2 stops40h 46m

$972

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

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San Jose

Mon 10/27

8:10 am-8:25 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

11:20 am-1:45 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$1,016

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

1:10 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop15h 51m

$1,088

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 11/9

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

1:10 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop15h 51m

$1,098

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,028. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Jose, California to Shanghai for around $1,215.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Jose, California to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,076. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,235.

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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 18h 45m 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Jose to Shanghai?

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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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