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$559+ 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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SHA
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$763
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$559
(Kiwi.com)
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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 November 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 11/286:15 amSJC - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/115:30 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops37h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$867
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:48 amSJC - PVG
2 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:45 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops40h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$920
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Tue 12/96:15 amSJC - PVG
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/161:45 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$926
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 12/46:15 amSJC - PVG
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/82:45 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$976
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:15 amSJC - PVG
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/217:05 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops43h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,020
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 11/177:05 amSJC - SHA
2 stops42h 05mKorean Air
Tue 11/256:25 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops39h 54mKorean Air
Deal found 11/13$1,040
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:15 amSJC - PVG
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/81:45 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,040
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sun 11/166:59 pmSJC - SHA
2 stops54h 11mKorean Air
Tue 11/256:25 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops40h 57mKorean Air
Deal found 11/13$1,046
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:55 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/262:45 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops43h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,051
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:15 amSJC - SHA
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/211:35 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,095
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 11/153:37 pmSJC - SHA
2 stops57h 33mKorean Air
Wed 11/266:25 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops40h 29mKorean Air
Deal found 11/13$1,096
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Wed 11/197:00 amSJC - SHA
2 stops42h 10mKorean Air
Wed 11/266:25 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops40h 29mKorean Air
Deal found 11/13$1,190

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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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Shanghai that are best for you.

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 2/8

6:15 am-9:45 am

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

11:20 am-1:42 pm

2 stops18h 22m

$998

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 2/10

6:15 am-12:35 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/23

2:00 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops39h 42m

$1,021

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-12:35 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/23

2:00 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops39h 42m

$1,021

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/21

11:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$1,071

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 1/29

6:15 am-12:35 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/1

11:20 am-1:42 pm

2 stops18h 22m

$1,071

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/20

2:00 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$1,071

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 2/10

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/20

8:50 am-5:09 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$1,071

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 2/12

6:51 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop30h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/22

8:25 am-10:42 am

2 stops18h 17m

$1,096

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sat 1/31

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

11:20 am-1:42 pm

2 stops18h 22m

$1,121

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 1/30

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

11:20 am-1:42 pm

2 stops18h 22m

$1,121

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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 $479). Flying from San Jose, California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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 SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose, California to Shanghai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 35h 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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $605 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Korean Air from $638 and Japan Airlines from $791 one-way.

  • 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 $479). Flying from San Jose, California to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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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