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$515+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to San Jose (SJC)

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SHA — SJC
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,204
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$515
(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 July 30, 2025.

This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:35 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops40h 03mAir Canada
Fri 4/33:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,204
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.
Mon 9/158:05 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops33h 10mEVA Air
Wed 9/243:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops32h 40mEVA Air
Deal found 7/30$1,224
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop15h 48mDelta
Tue 3/315:05 pmSJC - PVG
1 stop32h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/30$1,375
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:25 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops35h 14mKorean Air
Sun 3/297:00 amSJC - SHA
2 stops43h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$1,536
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/281:30 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops20h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2912:45 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops37h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,536
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/107:50 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops27h 31mChina Airlines
Wed 2/259:05 amSJC - PVG
2 stops33h 45mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,541
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:10 amPVG - SJC
2 stops36h 43mLufthansa
Fri 4/312:45 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops53h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$1,649
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/281:40 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops42h 56mKorean Air
Thu 9/48:00 amSJC - PVG
2 stops21h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 7/29$1,653
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 12/912:10 amPVG - SJC
2 stops37h 59mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/2110:20 amSJC - PVG
2 stops36h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,760
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/3010:00 amPVG - SJC
2 stops24h 00mJapan Airlines
Mon 12/226:15 amSJC - PVG
2 stops42h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,768
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/912:35 amPVG - SJC
2 stops37h 08mQatar Airways
Wed 2/257:40 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops51h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$2,167
This Japan Airlines 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/211:10 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops40h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/110:05 amSJC - SHA
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,847

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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 July 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

Tue 11/18

5:35 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops40h 03m

San Jose

Fri 4/3

3:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,204

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/15

8:05 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops33h 10m

San Jose

Wed 9/24

3:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,224

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

6:00 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop15h 48m

San Jose

Tue 3/31

5:05 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,375

ShanghaiSan Jose

SHA - SJC

SHASJC

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/24

6:25 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops35h 14m

San Jose

Wed 4/1

8:05 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,536

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/28

1:30 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops20h 08m

San Jose

Sun 3/29

12:45 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$1,536

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/10

7:50 pm-8:21 am

2 stops27h 31m

San Jose

Wed 2/25

9:05 am-10:50 am

2 stops33h 45m

$1,541

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/17

12:10 am-8:53 pm

2 stops36h 43m

San Jose

Fri 4/3

12:45 pm-9:15 am

2 stops53h 30m

$1,649

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/28

1:40 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops42h 56m

San Jose

Thu 9/4

8:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$1,653

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

12:10 am-10:09 pm

2 stops37h 59m

San Jose

Wed 1/21

10:20 am-2:35 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,760

ShanghaiSan Jose

PVG - SJC

PVGSJC

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/30

10:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

San Jose

Mon 12/22

6:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops42h 50m

$1,768

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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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?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Shanghai to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 San Jose. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to San Jose have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,222 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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

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  • 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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $528. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Japan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to San Jose for a low price.

  • 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Shanghai to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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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