Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Shanghai?

Flights from San Jose to Shanghai usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Shanghai?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Shanghai: • Economy Class • Business Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Shanghai pass through?

One-stop flights from San Jose to Shanghai most commonly connect through: • Los Angeles (LAX) - 40% of one-stop connections • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 28% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Shanghai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from San Jose to Shanghai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,020 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,994, a difference of $974. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Shanghai Disneyland, French Concession and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Jose to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from San Jose to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 6,173 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Jose to Shanghai looking right now?

One-way fares from San Jose to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $537, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Shanghai?

Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 58m, compared with 18h 11m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 19h 24m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

What is the time difference between San Jose and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 16 hours ahead of San Jose (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Shanghai flight?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Shanghai range from $1,075 to $1,985, with an average of $1,343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,075 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Shanghai. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?

•March and September are the cheapest months to fly from San Jose to Shanghai at $948 round-trip. •June ($2,151) and December ($1,985) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 126% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?

Korean Air ($924) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Jose to Shanghai in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Jose to Shanghai?

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Shanghai route. 40% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LAX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Jose to Shanghai?

Flights via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,094. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Jose to Shanghai which airport offers the shortest layover?

Tokyo Narita (NRT) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Shanghai layovers at 8h 54m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 22

7:10 am - 12:45 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:00 pm - 11:05 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

25h 05m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$890Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19

8:05 pm - 9:40 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

8:50 am - 6:48 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

24h 58m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$924Korean Air

Sun, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 15

5:55 am - 1:15 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:35 pm - 11:00 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

24h 25m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$934Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22

5:55 am - 1:15 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:35 pm - 7:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

21h 45m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$940Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 12 - Fri, Apr 16

8:05 pm - 9:40 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

8:50 am - 6:48 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

24h 58m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$974Korean Air

Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24

7:03 am - 12:20 pmSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

6:15 pm - 9:20 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

42h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl

$976Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 18

8:05 pm - 12:25 pmSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

8:50 am - 2:52 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

45h 02m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$981Korean Air

Wed, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 23

7:10 am - 12:45 amSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda

1:00 pm - 11:05 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

25h 05m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,015Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 22

7:00 am - 8:10 pmSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl

11:10 am - 4:57 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

20h 47m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,023Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Dec 6

8:03 am - 12:20 pmSJC San Jose-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Narita

2:00 pm - 2:27 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SJC San Jose

40h 27m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Shanghai. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Shanghai? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San Jose to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •March and September are the cheapest months to fly from San Jose to Shanghai at $948 round-trip.
•June ($2,151) and December ($1,985) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 126% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Shanghai?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Shanghai:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from San Jose to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from San Jose to Shanghai takes 00m, covering 6,173 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Shanghai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Shanghai flight?
Round-trip flights from San Jose to Shanghai range from $1,075 to $1,985, with an average of $1,343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,075 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Shanghai looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $537, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Shanghai?
Flights from San Jose to Shanghai usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Shanghai pass through?
One-stop flights from San Jose to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Shanghai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from San Jose to Shanghai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,020 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,994, a difference of $974.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Shanghai?
Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 58m, compared with 18h 11m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 19h 24m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 16 hours ahead of San Jose (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?
Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Shanghai Disneyland, French Concession and People's Square. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,020, about $974 less than Tuesday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Shanghai trip for March. Fares historically average $948 round-trip in that month - typically $1,203 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

• Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG
• Dazhong Airport Hotel
• Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

• Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao Cbd
• Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
• Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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