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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $521

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Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 20m
2 stops
$932Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
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6:12 pm - 5:10 pm
SJC
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SHA
30h 58m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 4:57 pm
SHA
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SJC
38h 32m
2 stops
$941Korean Air
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:12 pm - 5:10 pm
SJC
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SHA
30h 58m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 4:57 pm
SHA
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SJC
38h 32m
2 stops
$991Korean Air
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:52 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 18m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 5:02 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 52m
2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:02 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 53m
2 stops
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1:05 am - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
32h 40m
2 stops
$1,035Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Wed, Sep 2
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5:52 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
36h 03m
2 stops
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1:05 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
33h 55m
2 stops
$1,036Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 8
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8:00 am - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 55m
2 stops
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11:35 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 25m
2 stops
$1,058Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:45 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
34h 10m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
21h 50m
2 stops
$1,083Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 16
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6:15 am - 2:40 pm
SJC
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PVG
40h 25m
2 stops
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6:10 pm - 6:49 pm
PVG
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SJC
40h 39m
2 stops
$1,107Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17
Korean Air Logo
6:12 pm - 5:10 pm
SJC
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SHA
30h 58m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:09 pm
SHA
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SJC
35h 44m
2 stops
$1,141Korean Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Nov 3
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
30h 58m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 9
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 32m
2 stops
SJC4:57 pmSan Jose
$941
Korean Air
Nov 3
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
30h 58m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 12
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 32m
2 stops
SJC4:57 pmSan Jose
$991
Korean Air
Nov 2
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
30h 58m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 8
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 44m
2 stops
SJC2:09 pmSan Jose
$1,141

American Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai

Our best American Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 18
SJC2:30 pmSan Jose
33h 50m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 15
PVG5:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
19h 41m
1 stop
SJC10:01 pmSan Jose
$1,304
American Airlines
Nov 4
SJC12:46 pmSan Jose
35h 24m
2 stops
PVG4:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 11
PVG6:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
18h 44m
1 stop
SJC8:49 pmSan Jose
$1,316
American Airlines
Sep 1
SJC2:30 pmSan Jose
33h 50m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 9
PVG5:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
32h 33m
1 stop
SJC10:53 amSan Jose
$1,321

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 8/26

10:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

11:40 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$932

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 11/3

6:12 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/9

6:25 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$941

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 11/3

6:12 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/12

6:25 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$991
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/15

9:52 am-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

11:10 am-5:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 8/21

8:02 am-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/2

1:05 am-6:45 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,035

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 8/19

5:52 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/8

1:05 am-8:00 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,036

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 10/21

8:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/31

11:35 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,058

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 9/2

7:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

1:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$1,083

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 11/1

6:15 am-2:40 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

6:10 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops40h 39m

$1,107

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 11/2

6:12 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/8

6:25 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$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 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

16h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 16h 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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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 16h 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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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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