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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $458

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11:40 am - 5:00 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 20m
2 stops
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7:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
29h 30m
1 stop
$872Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18
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11:40 am - 5:00 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 20m
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
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$876Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18
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6:39 pm - 11:45 am
SJC
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PVG
26h 06m
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
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$891Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 18
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9:42 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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SHA
32h 13m
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10:30 pm - 11:31 pm
SHA
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SJC
40h 01m
2 stops
$897Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 17
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6:39 pm - 11:45 am
SJC
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PVG
26h 06m
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
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$905Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Sun, May 17
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11:40 am - 11:25 pm
SJC
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PVG
20h 45m
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7:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
29h 30m
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$907Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 18
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3:37 pm - 5:05 pm
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SHA
34h 28m
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6:25 pm - 1:18 pm
SHA
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SJC
57h 53m
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$908Korean Air
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
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11:40 am - 9:45 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 05m
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7:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
29h 30m
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$910Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18
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6:15 am - 12:10 am
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PVG
26h 55m
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2:15 am - 9:40 am
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22h 25m
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$911Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, May 13
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6:00 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
32h 05m
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6:25 pm - 7:19 pm
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SJC
39h 54m
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$941Korean Air
Mon, Apr 27 - Wed, May 13

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 11
SJC3:37 pmSan Jose
34h 28m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 18
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
57h 53m
2 stops
SJC1:18 pmSan Jose
$908
Korean Air
Apr 27
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
32h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 13
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 54m
2 stops
SJC7:19 pmSan Jose
$941
Korean Air
Apr 14
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
21h 10m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 28
PVG11:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
22h 39m
2 stops
SJC6:49 pmSan Jose
$944

Asiana Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Asiana Airlines
Mar 31
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 1
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 36m
2 stops
SJC11:31 pmSan Jose
$1,734
Asiana Airlines
Mar 23
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 6
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 36m
2 stops
SJC10:31 pmSan Jose
$1,737
Asiana Airlines
Apr 26
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
36h 30m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 10
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 59m
2 stops
SJC7:54 pmSan Jose
$1,744

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$872

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$876
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 4/27

6:39 pm-11:45 am

2 stops26h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$891

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Fri 5/1

9:42 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops32h 13m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/17

10:30 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops40h 01m

$897

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 4/27

6:39 pm-11:45 am

2 stops26h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$905

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 4/28

11:40 am-11:25 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$907

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 4/11

3:37 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops34h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/18

6:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops57h 53m

$908

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-9:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$910

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

6:15 am-12:10 am

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$911

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 4/27

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

6:25 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops39h 54m

$941

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

Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, and Korean Air 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

19h 30m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 19h 30m
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 19h 30m 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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