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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from San Jose to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,099
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,256
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/23/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,256
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/24/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,256
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,099
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,099
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,099
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,186
San Francisco — Shanghai
05/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA857
starting at $1,256
starting at $1,099
starting at $501
starting at $648
starting at $661
The route San Jose — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including United Airlines, ZIPAIR Tokyo, Alaska Airlines, and Air Canada. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $501) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
The cheapest one-way flight from San Jose to Shanghai departs on 05/26/2026, is operated by ZIPAIR Tokyo and costs $501
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from San Jose to Shanghai
Fastest flight from San Jose to Shanghai takes 16h 35m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between San Jose and Shanghai is 9945km (6166 miles). The time difference between San Jose and Shanghai is 16h
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from San Jose to Shanghai
The cheapest flight ticket from San Jose to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $501
Often the best time to buy tickets from San Jose to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from San Jose to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: April, May, July.
The fastest flights from San Jose to Shanghai start from 16 hours 35 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route San Jose — Shanghai: United Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from San Jose to Shanghai vary: minimum — $435 (April 2026), maximum — $996 (March 2026). Typically, the flight costs $759–$1,924.
