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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $497

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai departing on 10/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Korean Air Logo
9:05 am - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
41h 00m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:09 pm
SHA
-
SJC
35h 44m
2 stops
$940Korean Air
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 11
Korean Air Logo
6:12 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
31h 53m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:09 pm
SHA
-
SJC
35h 44m
2 stops
$990Korean Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
11:33 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
-
PVG
17h 17m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 6:48 pm
PVG
-
SJC
15h 13m
1 stop
$1,004Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
9:05 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
-
PVG
19h 45m
2 stops
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 6:48 pm
PVG
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SJC
15h 13m
1 stop
$1,008Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Nov 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 2:31 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 41m
2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
Korean Air Logo
6:12 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
31h 53m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:32 pm
SHA
-
SJC
36h 07m
2 stops
$1,040Korean Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
11:33 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
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PVG
17h 17m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 4:57 pm
PVG
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SJC
15h 22m
1 stop
$1,054Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Nov 13
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 7:50 pm
SJC
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PVG
32h 45m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 10:57 am
PVG
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SJC
32h 22m
2 stops
$1,058Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
11:37 am - 7:50 pm
SJC
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PVG
17h 13m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 6:48 pm
PVG
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SJC
15h 13m
1 stop
$1,104Delta
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 10:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
35h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
26h 25m
2 stops
$1,141Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Oct 1

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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
Oct 12
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
41h 00m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 11
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 44m
2 stops
SJC2:09 pmSan Jose
$940
Korean Air
Oct 16
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
31h 53m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 9
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 44m
2 stops
SJC2:09 pmSan Jose
$990
Korean Air
Oct 16
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
31h 53m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 12
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 07m
2 stops
SJC2:32 pmSan Jose
$1,040

Delta flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Delta deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Delta
Oct 12
SJC11:33 amSan Jose
17h 17m
1 stop
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 12
PVG7:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 13m
1 stop
SJC6:48 pmSan Jose
$1,004
Delta
Oct 14
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
19h 45m
2 stops
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 10
PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 22m
1 stop
SJC4:57 pmSan Jose
$1,008
Delta
Oct 12
SJC11:33 amSan Jose
17h 17m
1 stop
PVG7:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 13
PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 22m
1 stop
SJC4:57 pmSan Jose
$1,054

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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 June 22, 2026.
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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 10/12

9:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/11

6:25 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$940

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Fri 10/16

6:12 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/9

6:25 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$990

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 10/12

11:33 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

7:35 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$1,004

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 10/14

9:05 am-7:50 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

7:35 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$1,008

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 10/15

7:15 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/22

8:50 am-2:31 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Fri 10/16

6:12 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/12

6:25 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops36h 07m

$1,040

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 10/12

11:33 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

5:35 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$1,054

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 10/12

8:05 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

5:35 pm-10:57 am

2 stops32h 22m

$1,058
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/29

11:37 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/12

7:35 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$1,104

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 8/24

7:45 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

7:20 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,141

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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

17h 13m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 17h 13m
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 17h 13m 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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