Shanghai (Pudong) to San Jose (PVG–SJC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVG–SJC has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Jose from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→SJC | HGH→SJC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 18h 19m | 11h 3m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · SJC: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 3:00 AM in San Jose.
Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–SJC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to SJC
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PVG to SJC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to SJC is about 18 hours 19 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,168 miles (9,926 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Seattle–Tacoma, Los Angeles and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).