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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $457

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4:46 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
37h 09m
2 stops
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11:35 am - 8:43 pm
PVG
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SJC
25h 08m
2 stops
$950Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Nov 5
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10:00 am - 9:45 am
SJC
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SHA
32h 45m
2 stops
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6:15 pm - 5:56 pm
SHA
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SJC
39h 41m
2 stops
$969Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:00 am - 9:05 pm
SJC
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PVG
22h 05m
2 stops
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11:35 am - 10:12 pm
PVG
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SJC
26h 37m
2 stops
$985Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13
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8:36 pm - 9:05 pm
SJC
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PVG
33h 29m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 7:54 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 44m
2 stops
$1,001Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 13
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8:00 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 55m
2 stops
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11:40 am - 10:57 pm
PVG
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SJC
26h 17m
2 stops
$1,010Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:00 am - 9:05 pm
SJC
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PVG
22h 05m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 5:56 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 46m
2 stops
$1,016Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:05 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
20h 05m
2 stops
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11:10 am - 5:04 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 54m
2 stops
$1,021Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:03 am - 9:05 pm
SJC
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PVG
22h 02m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 12:11 pm
PVG
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SJC
39h 01m
2 stops
$1,023Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:43 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
34h 12m
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1:10 pm - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 35m
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$1,026Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:00 am - 9:45 am
SJC
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SHA
34h 45m
2 stops
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10:55 am - 6:45 pm
SHA
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SJC
22h 50m
2 stops
$1,030Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30

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 24
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
35h 45m
2 stops
PVG9:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 2
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 25m
2 stops
SJC5:15 pmSan Jose
$1,373
Korean Air
May 11
SJC7:36 amSan Jose
42h 29m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 24
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 44m
2 stops
SJC2:09 pmSan Jose
$1,432
Korean Air
Jun 9
SJC7:20 amSan Jose
42h 45m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 25
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 25m
2 stops
SJC3:50 pmSan Jose
$1,741

China Eastern flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best China Eastern deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
China Eastern
Oct 28
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
17h 40m
1 stop
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 23
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 44m
1 stop
SJC12:54 pmSan Jose
$1,198
China Eastern
Sep 21
SJC9:05 amSan Jose
17h 10m
1 stop
PVG5:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 21
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
16h 42m
1 stop
SJC2:52 pmSan Jose
$1,209
China Eastern
Nov 1
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
18h 45m
1 stop
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 15
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
15h 44m
1 stop
SJC12:54 pmSan Jose
$1,224

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 10/21

4:46 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/5

11:35 am-8:43 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$950

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Wed 9/16

10:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/1

6:15 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops39h 41m

$969

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 10/31

8:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

11:35 am-10:12 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$985

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 10/24

8:36 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops33h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

1:10 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$1,001

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mon 9/14

8:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

11:40 am-10:57 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,010

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 10/30

8:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/26

1:10 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$1,016
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/1

9:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/22

11:10 am-5:04 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$1,021

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 11/1

7:03 am-9:05 pm

2 stops22h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

1:10 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops39h 01m

$1,023

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/15

7:43 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops34h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

1:10 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$1,026

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 9/14

8:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops34h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/30

10:55 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$1,030

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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 March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from San Jose, California averaging around $745.

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 35m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 19h 35m
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 35m 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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