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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $466

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Korean Air Logo
7:21 am - 12:25 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 04m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
1:40 pm - 10:13 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 33m
2 stops
$922Korean Air
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
36h 03m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
32h 40m
2 stops
$933Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 8
Korean Air Logo
7:05 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
46h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
1:40 pm - 3:50 pm
PVG
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SJC
41h 10m
2 stops
$934Korean Air
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:47 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
37h 08m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 8:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
23h 20m
2 stops
$1,018Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:21 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
21h 49m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 6:24 pm
PVG
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SJC
19h 44m
2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15
Korean Air Logo
9:52 am - 9:40 am
SJC
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PVG
32h 48m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:10 am - 6:31 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 21m
2 stops
$1,022Korean Air
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
22h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 7:35 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 55m
2 stops
$1,120Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 26
Korean Air Logo
9:34 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 36m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:10 am - 5:02 pm
PVG
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SJC
20h 52m
2 stops
$1,122Korean Air
Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Sep 5
Qatar Airways Logo
8:20 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
41h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 6:45 pm
PVG
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SJC
39h 05m
2 stops
$1,139Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:40 am
SJC
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PVG
36h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 3:51 pm
PVG
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SJC
22h 11m
2 stops
$1,168Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 18

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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
Aug 27
SJC7:21 amSan Jose
38h 04m
2 stops
PVG12:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 31
PVG1:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
23h 33m
2 stops
SJC10:13 pmSan Jose
$922
Korean Air
Aug 27
SJC7:05 amSan Jose
46h 05m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 31
PVG1:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
41h 10m
2 stops
SJC3:50 pmSan Jose
$934
Korean Air
Sep 17
SJC9:52 amSan Jose
32h 48m
2 stops
PVG9:40 amShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 21
PVG11:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
22h 21m
2 stops
SJC6:31 pmSan Jose
$1,022

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 2
SJC7:23 pmSan Jose
28h 57m
2 stops
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 1
PVG5:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 12m
1 stop
SJC10:32 pmSan Jose
$1,300
American Airlines
Aug 2
SJC11:47 amSan Jose
36h 33m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 1
PVG5:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 12m
1 stop
SJC10:32 pmSan Jose
$1,304
American Airlines
Sep 1
SJC6:00 amSan Jose
42h 20m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 15
PVG5:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
32h 33m
1 stop
SJC10:53 amSan Jose
$1,318

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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 11, 2026.
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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 8/27

7:21 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/31

1:40 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$922

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 8/26

5:52 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/8

1:05 am-6:45 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$933

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 8/27

7:05 am-8:10 pm

2 stops46h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/31

1:40 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$934

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 9/26

4:47 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/3

11:40 am-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,018

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 8/18

7:21 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

1:40 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 9/17

9:52 am-9:40 am

2 stops32h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/21

11:10 am-6:31 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$1,022

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 9/11

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/26

1:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$1,120
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 8/14

9:34 am-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/5

11:10 am-5:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$1,122

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/1

8:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

6:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops39h 05m

$1,139

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 10/20

8:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops36h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

9:40 am-3:51 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$1,168

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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.

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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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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 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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