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Flight deals from San Jose International Airport to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 725 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.722 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Zipair and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 25 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 722 €, select.
Shanghai.725 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 725 €, select.
Shanghai.917 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 917 €, select.
Shanghai.925 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 925 €, select.
Shanghai.997 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 997 €, select.
Shanghai.1.021 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.021 €, select.
Shanghai.1.108 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 6 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.108 €, select.
Shanghai.1.124 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.124 €, select.
Shanghai.1.258 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.258 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from 1.258 €
Apr
from 725 €
May
from 722 €
Jun
from 1.021 €
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Sep
from 917 €
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Jan
from 1.124 €
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Alternative San Jose International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Jose International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from 843 €
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from 722 €
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San Jose to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found722 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

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Finding cheap flights from San Jose International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose International to Shanghai is 722 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose International to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 722 €.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from San Jose International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Shanghai is usually May.
If you're flying from San Jose International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from 722 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 7 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose International Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Zipair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Shanghai is 15 hours ahead of San Jose, where Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • To avoid missing your SJC to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SJC to Shanghai. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • SJC is around 5 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SJC:

  • 84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SJC.

  • You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Shanghai

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai flight is 415 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 722 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SJC to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across the month and bag a fantastic deal.

  • Finding a cheap flight from SJC to Shanghai couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • After your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your SJC to Shanghai flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.

  • Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Shanghai in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Before locking in your Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SJC to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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