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$583+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Shanghai, 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SHA
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Mi 4/1
Mi 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on März 2, 2026.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 4/146:15 am
SJC
-
SHA
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Di 4/284:50 pm
SHA
-
SJC
2 stops40h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$804
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 5/58:00 am
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Di 5/199:35 am
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops22h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$842
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Mo 5/1111:40 am
SJC
-
PVG
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mi 5/202:15 am
PVG
-
SJC
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$872
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 11/127:15 am
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops21h 10m
Korean Air
Mi 12/211:20 am
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops18h 49m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/28$923
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 11/158:05 pm
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops32h 20m
Korean Air
Mo 11/302:00 pm
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops40h 52m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/28$929
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 4/146:15 am
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mo 4/272:15 am
PVG
-
SJC
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$932
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mo 4/68:35 pm
SJC
-
SHA
2 stops29h 30m
Korean Air
So 4/196:25 pm
SHA
-
SJC
2 stops33h 53m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/27$942
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Di 4/146:15 am
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops22h 55m
Korean Air
Di 4/2811:10 am
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops22h 39m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/28$945
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Do 9/37:00 am
SJC
-
SHA
2 stops43h 05m
Korean Air
So 9/136:25 pm
SHA
-
SJC
2 stops35h 28m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/27$948
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 10/3010:03 am
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops34h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sa 11/78:25 am
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops25h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$961
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 11/143:45 pm
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops26h 00m
Korean Air
Do 11/2611:20 am
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops18h 49m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/28$973
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 11/158:05 pm
SJC
-
PVG
2 stops45h 40m
Korean Air
Fr 11/272:00 pm
PVG
-
SJC
2 stops47h 47m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/28$979

Find flight deals from San Jose to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 März 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$804
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$583
(Korean Air)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Shanghai 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 März 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mi 4/8

8:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Di 4/21

6:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$942

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mi 4/8

8:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sa 4/18

6:25 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$992

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mo 4/6

8:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Do 4/23

6:25 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$992

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sa 4/4

6:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops55h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Di 4/21

6:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$998

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fr 5/1

6:15 am-3:00 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 5/7

1:40 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$1,014

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Di 4/7

6:15 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 4/23

8:50 am-7:46 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$1,023

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fr 5/1

6:45 am-5:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 5/7

1:10 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop16h 01m

$1,109

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mo 3/16

8:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops53h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mo 4/13

6:25 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$1,149

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Mo 3/23

8:35 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 4/8

5:30 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$1,218

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

So 3/15

11:40 am-3:50 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 3/31

5:30 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop15h 01m

$1,221

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai (average of $466). Flying from San Jose, California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $870). 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 San Jose to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    For a flight from San Jose to Shanghai, you will be flying from San Jose. San Jose (SJC) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. San Jose is the only San Jose airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 0 airlines have flights to Shanghai from San Jose on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from San Jose, California to Shanghai will take you 19h 30m. San Jose, California and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6163 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Shanghai (average of $466). Flying from San Jose, California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $870). 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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