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$404+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to China

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SJC — PVG
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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Sat 2/1
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to China (CN0). 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 January 20, 2025.

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$797
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$404
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Sun 3/235:56 pmSJC - PVG
3 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/2610:00 amPVG - SJC
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$797
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Tue 3/43:28 pmSJC - CAN
3 stops35h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/118:00 amCAN - SJC
3 stops25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$878
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Tue 3/43:28 pmSJC - PEK
3 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/308:15 pmPEK - SJC
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$917
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Tue 3/47:00 amSJC - PEK
2 stops38h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 3/302:30 pmPEK - SJC
2 stops39h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/19$962
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Tue 3/47:00 amSJC - CAN
2 stops36h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 3/1112:50 pmCAN - SJC
2 stops41h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/19$963
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Thu 3/67:00 amSJC - FOC
2 stops24h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 3/137:25 amFOC - SJC
2 stops22h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/20$993
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Mon 2/177:00 amSJC - CKG
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/248:25 pmCKG - SJC
2 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$994
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Wed 3/56:25 amSJC - DLC
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/128:00 amDLC - SJC
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,023
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Thu 3/206:25 amSJC - SHA
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/267:55 pmSHA - SJC
3 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$1,092
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Wed 3/126:25 amSJC - CTU
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/269:20 pmCTU - SJC
3 stops31h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,112
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Wed 2/128:10 amSJC - PEK
2 stops40h 15mAsiana Airlines
Wed 2/195:30 pmPEK - SJC
2 stops54h 56mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,130
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Thu 3/66:25 amSJC - FOC
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/137:00 amFOC - SJC
3 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,132

Find flights from San Jose to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to China 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 January 20, 2025.

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Sun 3/23

5:56 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops30h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

10:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop14h 10m

$797

San JoseGuangzhou

SJC - CAN

SJCCAN

San Jose

Tue 3/4

3:28 pm-6:35 pm

3 stops35h 07m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/11

8:00 am-6:59 pm

3 stops25h 59m

$878

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Tue 3/4

3:28 pm-6:15 pm

3 stops34h 47m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/30

8:15 pm-9:40 am

2 stops28h 25m

$917

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/30

2:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$962

San JoseGuangzhou

SJC - CAN

SJCCAN

San Jose

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-11:15 am

2 stops36h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/11

12:50 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$963

San JoseFuzhou

SJC - FOC

SJCFOC

San Jose

Thu 3/6

7:00 am-11:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Fuzhou

Thu 3/13

7:25 am-2:50 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$993

San JoseChongqing

SJC - CKG

SJCCKG

San Jose

Mon 2/17

7:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops44h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 2/24

8:25 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$994

San JoseDalian

SJC - DLC

SJCDLC

San Jose

Wed 3/5

6:25 am-5:50 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Dalian

Wed 3/12

8:00 am-1:54 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$1,023

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Thu 3/20

6:25 am-9:10 am

3 stops35h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/26

7:55 pm-1:54 pm

3 stops32h 59m

$1,092

San JoseBeijing

SJC - PEK

SJCPEK

San Jose

Wed 2/12

8:10 am-4:25 pm

2 stops40h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/19

5:30 pm-8:26 am

2 stops54h 56m

$1,130

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Jose to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to China?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to China (average of $1,199). Flying from San Jose to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to China as you normally would.

Rainfall in China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from San Jose to China. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
737 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to China. 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 China?

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to China. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to China are China Eastern ($581), Philippine Airlines ($634), and China Southern ($707).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose to China?

    The most popular route from San Jose to China is San Jose - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider San Jose - Guangzhou Baiyun or San Jose - Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to China 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 China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to China (average of $1,199). Flying from San Jose to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 2 airlines flying from San Jose to China

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China AirlinesCheapest$1,011Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,209Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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