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$430+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SHA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Round-trip from

$899
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$425
(Trip.com)
From San Jose to China
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:10 pmSJC - PVG
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/82:15 amPVG - SJC
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$899
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1411:40 amSJC - SHA
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 pmSHA - SJC
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$912
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/112:10 pmSJC - PEK
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/106:40 pmPEK - SJC
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$969
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/318:45 amSJC - PEK
2 stops39h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/75:25 pmPEK - SJC
2 stops31h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$976
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:10 pmSJC - CAN
1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2010:10 amCAN - SJC
2 stops19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$980
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:10 pmSJC - SZX
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/67:35 pmSZX - SJC
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$985
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:02 amSJC - CAN
2 stops24h 48mChina Eastern
Sun 9/211:00 pmCAN - SJC
2 stops40h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/31$993
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:00 amSJC - PEK
2 stops25h 15mChina Eastern
Mon 9/87:00 amPEK - SJC
2 stops22h 37mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/31$993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:00 amSJC - PEK
2 stops36h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/88:25 amPEK - SJC
2 stops21h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/30$996
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/133:00 pmSJC - CTU
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/245:00 pmCTU - SJC
2 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,000
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Sat 9/137:00 amSJC - CTU
2 stops25h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 9/246:55 amCTU - SJC
2 stops22h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$1,009
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/181:00 pmSJC - PEK
2 stops29h 30mAsiana Airlines
Tue 10/143:30 pmPEK - SJC
2 stops42h 46mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,018

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to China 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to China that are best for you.

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San Jose

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China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 9/24

12:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/8

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$899

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sun 9/14

11:40 am-12:50 pm

3 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/21

6:10 pm-10:45 am

3 stops31h 35m

$912

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Mon 9/1

12:10 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/10

6:40 pm-10:45 am

3 stops31h 05m

$969

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Sun 8/31

8:45 am-3:25 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/9

5:25 pm-9:51 am

2 stops31h 26m

$976

San JoseGuangzhou

SJC - CAN

SJCCAN

San Jose

Sat 9/13

12:10 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 9/20

10:10 am-2:11 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$980

San JoseShenzhen

SJC - SZX

SJCSZX

San Jose

Sat 8/30

12:10 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shenzhen

Sat 9/6

7:35 pm-10:10 am

2 stops29h 35m

$985

San JoseGuangzhou

SJC - CAN

SJCCAN

San Jose

Sun 9/14

9:02 am-12:50 am

2 stops24h 48m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 9/21

1:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$993

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Tue 9/2

7:00 am-11:15 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/8

7:00 am-2:37 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$993

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Wed 9/24

9:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/8

8:25 am-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$996

San JoseChengdu

SJC - CTU

SJCCTU

San Jose

Sat 9/13

3:00 pm-10:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

Chengdu

Wed 9/24

5:00 pm-9:58 am

2 stops31h 58m

$1,000

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to China?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to China (average of $1,120). Flying from San Jose to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to China as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to China, such as EVA Air, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to China?

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to China. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to China one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to China are Cathay Pacific ($507), United Airlines ($521), and Japan Airlines ($530).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose to China?

    The most popular route from San Jose to China is San Jose - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider San Jose - Shanghai Pu Dong or San Jose - Beijing Capital.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to China (average of $1,120). Flying from San Jose to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from San Jose to China

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Jose to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,190Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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