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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai from $538

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9:15 am - 10:10 amSJC-SHA
32h 55m3 stops
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7:05 pm - 2:52 pmSHA-SJC
35h 47m3 stops
$1,470Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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9:15 am - 10:10 amSJC-SHA
32h 55m3 stops
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8:05 pm - 2:52 pmSHA-SJC
34h 47m3 stops
$1,474Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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8:59 am - 10:10 amSJC-SHA
33h 11m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 10:59 pmSHA-SJC
22h 09m2 stops
$1,926Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 29
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8:59 am - 10:10 amSJC-SHA
33h 11m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 10:59 pmSHA-SJC
22h 09m2 stops
$3,390Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 3
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7:23 pm - 8:55 pmSJC-SHA
33h 32m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 10:38 amSHA-SJC
34h 03m2 stops
$5,890Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 30
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7:23 pm - 12:20 pmSJC-SHA
24h 57m2 stops
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3:50 pm - 10:59 pmSHA-SJC
23h 09m2 stops
$7,119Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 3

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Korean Air
Nov 27
SJC5:05 pmSan Jose
32h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 16
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 53m
2 stops
SJC6:18 pmSan Jose
$1,040
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Korean Air
Nov 29
SJC6:15 pmSan Jose
30h 55m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 14
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 53m
2 stops
SJC6:18 pmSan Jose
$1,090
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Korean Air
Nov 28
SJC3:37 pmSan Jose
57h 33m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 15
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 51m
2 stops
SJC1:16 pmSan Jose
$1,096
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 November 26, 2025.
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Price

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Thu 1/8

9:15 am-10:10 am

3 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/15

7:05 pm-2:52 pm

3 stops35h 47m

$1,470

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Thu 1/8

9:15 am-10:10 am

3 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/15

8:05 pm-2:52 pm

3 stops34h 47m

$1,474

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 12/22

8:59 am-10:10 am

2 stops33h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/29

4:50 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$1,926

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 12/20

8:59 am-10:10 am

2 stops33h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/3

4:50 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$3,390

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 12/23

7:23 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/30

4:35 pm-10:38 am

2 stops34h 03m

$5,890

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Thu 1/1

7:23 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops24h 57m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/3

3:50 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$7,119

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Wed 3/11

10:16 am-4:50 pm

3 stops39h 34m

$538

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Wed 3/11

10:16 am-5:20 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$616

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 12/1

3:37 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops33h 33m

$712

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Wed 12/31

6:15 am-11:45 am

2 stops37h 30m

$732

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,061. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San Jose, California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,860.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening. Flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,132. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,235. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SJC to SHA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Fastest flight time

18h 45m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 18h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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  • How far is San Jose to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    There are 6183.3 mi between San Jose and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 57m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Jose Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Can I find flights from San Jose to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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