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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $436

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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 - 5:04 pm
SHA
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SJC
37h 39m
2 stops
$856Korean Air
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
22h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 4:59 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 49m
2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:03 am - 11:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
24h 52m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 2:30 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 20m
2 stops
$1,095Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
23h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 1:16 pm
PVG
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SJC
34h 11m
2 stops
$1,115Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:34 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 36m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 3:50 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 00m
2 stops
$1,120Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:14 pm - 5:15 pm
SJC
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PVG
30h 01m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 8:08 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 48m
2 stops
$1,193Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 10:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
35h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 10:32 pm
PVG
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SJC
42h 27m
2 stops
$1,203Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Delta Logo
11:32 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
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PVG
17h 18m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 10:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 15m
1 stop
$1,211Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
7:21 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 29m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 10:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 15m
1 stop
$1,212Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Qatar Airways Logo
8:20 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
41h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 12:48 pm
PVG
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SJC
56h 58m
2 stops
$1,226Qatar Airways
Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

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Delta flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Delta deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Delta
Sep 10
SJC11:32 amSan Jose
17h 18m
1 stop
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 23
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 15m
1 stop
SJC10:45 pmSan Jose
$1,211
Delta
Sep 3
SJC7:21 amSan Jose
21h 29m
1 stop
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 16
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 15m
1 stop
SJC10:45 pmSan Jose
$1,212
Delta
Sep 10
SJC11:32 amSan Jose
17h 18m
1 stop
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 23
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
30h 42m
2 stops
SJC9:12 amSan Jose
$1,216

Qatar Airways flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Aug 9
SJC8:20 amSan Jose
41h 00m
2 stops
PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 23
PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
56h 58m
2 stops
SJC12:48 pmSan Jose
$1,226
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
SJC6:17 amSan Jose
48h 33m
2 stops
PVG9:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 23
PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
56h 58m
2 stops
SJC12:48 pmSan Jose
$1,228
Qatar Airways
Aug 13
SJC9:38 pmSan Jose
51h 42m
2 stops
PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 23
PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
56h 58m
2 stops
SJC12:48 pmSan Jose
$1,232

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 6, 2026.
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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Thu 9/3

7:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/16

6:25 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops37h 39m

$856

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 9/3

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

11:10 am-4:59 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 11/24

7:03 am-11:55 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/2

7:10 am-2:30 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,095

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 10/13

8:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

7:05 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops34h 11m

$1,115

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/23

9:34 am-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/30

8:50 am-3:50 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$1,120

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 9/3

8:14 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop30h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

1:20 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$1,193

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/23

7:45 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/30

7:05 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops42h 27m

$1,203
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 9/10

11:32 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/23

5:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,211

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 9/3

7:21 am-7:50 pm

1 stop21h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

5:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,212

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/9

8:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/23

6:50 pm-12:48 pm

2 stops56h 58m

$1,226

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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 July is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Jose, California averaging around $0.

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Fastest flight time

18h 45m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 18h 45m
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 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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