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$545+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Shanghai, China

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SJC — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$937
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$545
(Mytrip)
From San Jose to Shanghai
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2012:10 pmSJC - PVG
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/102:15 amPVG - SJC
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$937
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops28h 05mAsiana Airlines
Tue 11/41:10 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops22h 08mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/12$980
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:00 pmSJC - SHA
2 stops35h 00mAsiana Airlines
Wed 10/156:10 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops35h 09mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,009
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:46 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops31h 04mChina Airlines
Wed 11/1212:05 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops47h 24mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,078
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/263:34 pmSJC - SHA
3 stops27h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/21:40 pmSHA - SJC
3 stops35h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,099
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:53 pmSJC - SHA
2 stops29h 37mEVA Air
Wed 11/127:40 pmSHA - SJC
2 stops34h 39mEVA Air
Deal found 6/11$1,165
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:00 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops31h 05mEVA Air
Mon 12/18:10 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops37h 54mEVA Air
Deal found 6/10$1,166
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:08 pmSJC - PVG
1 stop33h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/85:00 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop18h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:05 amSJC - PVG
1 stop16h 00mDelta
Tue 10/75:30 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop19h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,261
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 11/95:40 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops34h 45mKorean Air
Mon 2/92:00 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops47h 49mKorean Air
Deal found 6/9$1,308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/284:02 pmSJC - PVG
2 stops35h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/111:30 pmPVG - SJC
2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,316
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/189:05 amSJC - PVG
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 9/121:10 pmPVG - SJC
1 stop16h 37mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/10$1,355

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 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

Wed 8/20

12:10 pm-1:25 am

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/10

2:15 am-10:10 am

1 stop22h 55m

$937

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 9/24

3:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

1:10 pm-7:18 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$980

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 9/2

3:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

6:10 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops35h 09m

$1,009

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 10/14

12:46 pm-10:50 am

2 stops31h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

12:05 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops47h 24m

$1,078

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 7/26

3:34 pm-10:20 am

3 stops27h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/2

1:40 pm-10:36 am

3 stops35h 56m

$1,099

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Wed 10/22

7:53 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops29h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/12

7:40 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops34h 39m

$1,165

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 11/19

1:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

8:10 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$1,166

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Fri 9/26

2:08 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop33h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/8

5:00 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop18h 42m

$1,245

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Wed 9/24

9:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

5:30 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop19h 36m

$1,261

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 11/9

5:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

2:00 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops47h 49m

$1,308

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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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 to Shanghai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from San Jose to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Jose to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
1,490 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 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. 1 airline has flights to Shanghai from San Jose on a regular basis.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Shanghai are China Airlines ($635), China Eastern ($646), and China Southern ($652).

  • 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 to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from San Jose to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 Shanghai

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DeltaCheapest$1,190Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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