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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $483

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Multiple Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
36h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 5:56 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 21m
2 stops
$961Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Nov 6
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7:00 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
46h 10m
2 stops
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8:50 am - 2:53 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 03m
2 stops
$978Korean Air
Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Oct 4
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9:05 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
20h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
8:50 am - 2:53 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 03m
2 stops
$1,022Korean Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:15 am - 10:05 am
SJC
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PVG
36h 50m
2 stops
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7:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
29h 30m
1 stop
$1,025Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 17
Korean Air Logo
7:00 am - 9:40 am
SJC
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PVG
35h 40m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
8:50 am - 5:56 pm
PVG
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SJC
24h 06m
2 stops
$1,028Korean Air
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 5
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11:40 am - 1:35 pm
SJC
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PVG
34h 55m
1 stop
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1:50 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
34h 50m
2 stops
$1,034Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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11:40 am - 1:35 pm
SJC
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PVG
34h 55m
1 stop
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2:55 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
33h 45m
1 stop
$1,037Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
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8:00 am - 11:45 am
SJC
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PVG
36h 45m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 50m
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$1,043Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 14
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6:00 pm - 10:20 am
SJC
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SHA
25h 20m
2 stops
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4:50 pm - 9:13 am
SHA
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SJC
31h 23m
2 stops
$1,298China Southern
Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 29
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6:00 pm - 10:20 am
SJC
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SHA
25h 20m
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3:50 pm - 9:13 am
SHA
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SJC
32h 23m
2 stops
$1,491China Southern
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 9

China Southern flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
May 2
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
25h 20m
2 stops
SHA10:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 29
SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 23m
2 stops
SJC9:13 amSan Jose
$1,298
China Southern
Apr 25
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
25h 20m
2 stops
SHA10:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 9
SHA3:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 23m
2 stops
SJC9:13 amSan Jose
$1,491

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Sep 15
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
46h 10m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 4
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
21h 03m
2 stops
SJC2:53 pmSan Jose
$978
Korean Air
Sep 11
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
20h 05m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 4
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
21h 03m
2 stops
SJC2:53 pmSan Jose
$1,022
Korean Air
Sep 15
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
35h 40m
2 stops
PVG9:40 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 5
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 06m
2 stops
SJC5:56 pmSan Jose
$1,028

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 9/6

5:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/6

11:35 am-5:56 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$961

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/4

8:50 am-2:53 pm

2 stops21h 03m

$978
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 9/11

9:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/4

8:50 am-2:53 pm

2 stops21h 03m

$1,022

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 4/26

6:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$1,025

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops35h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

8:50 am-5:56 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$1,028

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 5/6

11:40 am-1:35 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

1:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops34h 50m

$1,034

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 5/6

11:40 am-1:35 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

2:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,037

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

8:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops36h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/14

1:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$1,043

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 5/2

6:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/29

4:50 pm-9:13 am

2 stops31h 23m

$1,298

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 4/25

6:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/9

3:50 pm-9:13 am

2 stops32h 23m

$1,491

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

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from San Jose to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from San Jose, California according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 28% 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.

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

19h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 19h 15m
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 19h 15m 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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