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$676+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to San Jose, CA (SJC)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SJC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to San Jose (SJC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,116
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$676
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to San Jose
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:25 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop31h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/14:30 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:00 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops17h 22mDelta
Mon 12/17:04 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops28h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,122
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/512:05 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops23h 14mChina Airlines
Thu 12/410:55 amSJC - PVG
2 stops31h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,826
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/311:35 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops32h 21mQatar Airways
Wed 4/2210:05 amSJC - PVG
2 stops39h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,980
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 10/3112:05 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops25h 51mChina Airlines
Thu 11/131:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops29h 50mChina Airlines
Deal found 10/30$2,236
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/1011:35 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 5/279:52 amSJC - PVG
2 stops39h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$2,254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/241:10 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/17:57 pmSJC - SHA
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$2,470
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2312:10 amPVG - SJC
3 stops34h 13mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/18:51 amSJC - PVG
2 stops45h 29mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/29$3,366
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/68:10 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops34h 09mEVA Air
Mon 11/1710:48 amSJC - PVG
2 stops33h 17mEVA Air
Deal found 10/30$6,722
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/51:15 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops22h 04mEVA Air
Sun 11/161:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops61h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 10/29$6,727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/101:10 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop16h 06mChina Eastern
Wed 5/279:05 amSJC - PVG
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/29$17,203

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to San Jose 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to San Jose that are best for you.

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ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

6:25 pm-10:16 am

1 stop31h 51m

San Jose

Mon 12/1

11:06 am-4:25 pm

1 stop37h 19m

$1,121

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

6:00 pm-7:22 pm

2 stops17h 22m

San Jose

Mon 12/1

7:04 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$1,122

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/13

5:35 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops43h 37m

San Jose

Tue 2/17

8:50 am-4:00 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,334

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/18

5:35 pm-9:06 pm

2 stops19h 31m

San Jose

Sun 2/22

8:50 am-4:00 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,423

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

7:50 pm-9:48 am

2 stops29h 58m

San Jose

Mon 3/23

7:40 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$1,516

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/3

11:35 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops32h 21m

San Jose

Wed 4/22

10:05 am-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$1,980

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/6

12:05 pm-8:32 am

2 stops36h 27m

San Jose

Sat 1/31

3:32 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 18m

$2,042

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

11:35 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops35h 20m

San Jose

Wed 5/27

9:52 am-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 28m

$2,254

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/29

11:35 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops36h 29m

San Jose

Tue 5/5

1:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$2,264

ShanghaiSan Jose

SHA - SJC

SHASJC

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/24

1:10 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops21h 13m

San Jose

Mon 12/1

7:57 pm-11:45 am

2 stops23h 48m

$2,470

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to San Jose, California?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Jose, California (average of $618). Flying from Shanghai to San Jose, California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,010). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to San Jose. 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 into for flights to San Jose from Shanghai?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Jose from Shanghai. Booking flights from Shanghai to San Jose (SJC) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Shanghai from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to San Jose, California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Shanghai to San Jose, California in 17h 22m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. Shanghai and San Jose, California are separated by a distance of 6163 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to San Jose 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 Shanghai to San Jose, California?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Jose, California (average of $618). Flying from Shanghai to San Jose, California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,010). 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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