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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $491

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 8/16. 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
6:12 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
31h 53m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 3:50 pm
SHA
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SJC
36h 25m
2 stops
$941Korean Air
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
Korean Air Logo
8:33 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
29h 32m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 3:47 pm
SHA
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SJC
36h 22m
2 stops
$991Korean Air
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:34 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
19h 36m
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 1 - Thu, Oct 22
Korean Air Logo
4:30 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
33h 35m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 10:13 pm
SHA
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SJC
42h 48m
2 stops
$1,040Korean Air
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:10 pm
SJC
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PVG
23h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 4:16 pm
PVG
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SJC
18h 16m
2 stops
$1,120Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
12:42 pm - 3:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
35h 38m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:08 pm
PVG
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SJC
18h 18m
1 stop
$1,132American Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
12:03 pm - 3:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
36h 17m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:08 pm
PVG
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SJC
18h 18m
1 stop
$1,135American Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
42h 20m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 10:50 am
PVG
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SJC
32h 30m
1 stop
$1,148American Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
American Airlines Logo
12:42 pm - 3:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
35h 38m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 10:11 pm
PVG
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SJC
19h 51m
1 stop
$1,153American Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Qatar Airways Logo
8:00 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
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PVG
41h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 am - 6:00 pm
PVG
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SJC
32h 25m
2 stops
$1,174Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 21

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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 24
SJC6:12 pmSan Jose
31h 53m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 31
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 25m
2 stops
SJC3:50 pmSan Jose
$941
Korean Air
Oct 2
SJC8:33 pmSan Jose
29h 32m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 25
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 22m
2 stops
SJC3:47 pmSan Jose
$991
Korean Air
Aug 11
SJC4:30 pmSan Jose
33h 35m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 25
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 48m
2 stops
SJC10:13 pmSan Jose
$1,040

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 2
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG5:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 21
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
16h 03m
1 stop
SJC2:13 pmSan Jose
$1,247
China Eastern
Jul 13
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG5:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jul 15
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
16h 02m
1 stop
SJC2:12 pmSan Jose
$2,022
China Eastern
Jul 15
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
19h 15m
1 stop
PVG5:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 12
PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
16h 04m
1 stop
SJC2:14 pmSan Jose
$2,031

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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 July 12, 2026.
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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 8/24

6:12 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/31

6:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$941

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Fri 10/2

8:33 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/25

6:25 pm-3:47 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$991
Quickest round-trip

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/1

9:34 am-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/22

11:10 am-5:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$1,020

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 8/11

4:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/25

6:25 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops42h 48m

$1,040

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/12

2:00 pm-4:16 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$1,120

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/22

12:42 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops35h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

6:50 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$1,132

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 8/22

12:03 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

6:50 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$1,135

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop42h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/30

5:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,148

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 8/23

12:42 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops35h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/30

5:20 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop19h 51m

$1,153

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 10/3

8:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/21

12:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,174

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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

16h 41m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai takes 16h 41m
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 41m 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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