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6:15 am - 12:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
38h 50m
2 stops
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1:20 pm - 5:06 pm
SHA
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SJC
42h 46m
2 stops
$785Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 18
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11:40 am - 12:50 am
SJC
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PVG
22h 10m
1 stop
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
1 stop
$822Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 10
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11:40 am - 10:35 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 55m
1 stop
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
1 stop
$826Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Mon, Jun 1
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8:00 am - 12:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
37h 05m
2 stops
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10:30 pm - 2:30 pm
SHA
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SJC
31h 00m
2 stops
$848Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Sun, Sep 6
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11:40 am - 5:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
39h 15m
1 stop
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5:35 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
31h 05m
1 stop
$873Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 31
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11:40 am - 10:35 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 55m
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3:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
33h 30m
2 stops
$878Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Tue, Jun 2
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11:40 am - 5:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
39h 15m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
31h 10m
1 stop
$885Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Tue, Jun 16
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11:40 am - 7:15 pm
SJC
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PVG
16h 35m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
31h 10m
1 stop
$902Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, Jun 16
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7:15 am - 5:10 pm
SJC
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SHA
42h 55m
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6:25 pm - 5:31 pm
SHA
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SJC
38h 06m
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$992Korean Air
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Apr 9
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7:15 am - 5:10 pm
SJC
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SHA
42h 55m
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6:25 pm - 2:44 pm
SHA
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SJC
35h 19m
2 stops
$1,192Korean Air
Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 9

Asiana Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Asiana Airlines
Apr 6
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 27
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 54m
2 stops
SJC6:49 pmSan Jose
$1,734
Asiana Airlines
Mar 31
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 23
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 51m
2 stops
SJC7:46 pmSan Jose
$1,737
Asiana Airlines
Mar 22
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
36h 30m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 30
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
SJC8:00 pmSan Jose
$1,748

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Apr 9
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
22h 55m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 16
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 21m
2 stops
SJC6:11 pmSan Jose
$948
Korean Air
Apr 14
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
32h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 30
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 53m
2 stops
SJC1:18 pmSan Jose
$992
Korean Air
Apr 19
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
56h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 30
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 53m
2 stops
SJC1:18 pmSan Jose
$998

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 5/4

6:15 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/18

1:20 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops42h 46m

$785

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 5/21

11:40 am-12:50 am

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$822

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 5/11

11:40 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/1

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$826

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 8/17

8:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/6

10:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$848

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 5/14

11:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/31

5:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 05m

$873

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 5/11

11:40 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/2

3:10 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 30m

$878

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 5/14

11:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

5:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

$885

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 5/19

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

5:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

$902

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 3/23

7:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/9

6:25 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops38h 06m

$992

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 3/24

7:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/9

6:25 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops35h 19m

$1,192

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

Korean Air, Delta, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 31% 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.

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Fastest flight time

17h 10m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 17h 10m
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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  • 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 17h 10m 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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