Cheap flights from San Jose, California to China from $439

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Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 8:55 pm
SJC
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SHA
36h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 2:30 pm
SHA
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SJC
40h 55m
2 stops
$764Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:03 am - 11:55 pm
SJC
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PVG
25h 52m
2 stops
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7:10 am - 10:12 pm
PVG
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SJC
31h 02m
2 stops
$802Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:15 am - 7:40 pm
SJC
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WUH
22h 25m
2 stops
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8:50 pm - 5:06 pm
WUH
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SJC
35h 16m
2 stops
$839Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, May 13
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11:40 am - 5:00 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
29h 30m
1 stop
$872Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18
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11:40 am - 5:00 pm
SJC
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PVG
38h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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SJC
22h 25m
1 stop
$876Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, May 18
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3:37 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
34h 28m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 1:18 pm
SHA
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SJC
57h 53m
2 stops
$908Korean Air
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
China Eastern Logo
9:15 am - 11:15 pm
SJC
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WUH
23h 00m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
7:25 am - 3:08 pm
WUH
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SJC
22h 43m
2 stops
$922China Eastern
Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, May 5
China Eastern Logo
6:45 am - 12:20 am
SJC
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WUH
26h 35m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
7:25 am - 2:11 pm
WUH
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SJC
21h 46m
2 stops
$925China Eastern
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 12
Korean Air Logo
6:00 pm - 5:05 pm
SJC
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SHA
32h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 7:19 pm
SHA
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SJC
39h 54m
2 stops
$941Korean Air
Mon, Apr 27 - Wed, May 13
China Airlines Logo
6:11 pm - 4:45 pm
SJC
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SZX
31h 34m
2 stops
China Airlines Logo
6:05 pm - 9:13 am
SZX
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SJC
30h 08m
2 stops
$1,459China Airlines
Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 24

Asiana Airlines flights from San Jose, California to China

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on San Jose, California to China flight tickets
Asiana Airlines
Apr 14
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 1
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
SJC8:00 pmSan Jose
$1,734
Asiana Airlines
Mar 31
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
28h 16m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 23
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 51m
2 stops
SJC7:46 pmSan Jose
$1,737
Asiana Airlines
Apr 26
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
36h 30m
2 stops
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 10
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 59m
2 stops
SJC7:54 pmSan Jose
$1,744

Korean Air flights from San Jose, California to China

Our best Korean Air deals on San Jose, California to China flight tickets
Korean Air
Apr 27
SJC6:00 pmSan Jose
32h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 13
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 54m
2 stops
SJC7:19 pmSan Jose
$941
Korean Air
Apr 14
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
21h 10m
2 stops
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 28
PVG11:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
22h 39m
2 stops
SJC6:49 pmSan Jose
$944
Korean Air
Apr 27
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
36h 30m
2 stops
CAN11:30 amGuangzhou Baiyun
May 12
CAN12:40 pmGuangzhou Baiyun
46h 20m
2 stops
SJC8:00 pmSan Jose
$964

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San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Tue 9/1

5:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

1:35 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$764

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Tue 9/1

7:03 am-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

7:10 am-10:12 pm

2 stops31h 02m

$802

San JoseWuhan

SJC - WUH

SJCWUH

San Jose

Wed 4/15

6:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Wuhan

Wed 5/13

8:50 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops35h 16m

$839

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$872

San JoseShanghai

SJC - PVG

SJCPVG

San Jose

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

2:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 25m

$876

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Sat 4/11

3:37 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops34h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/18

6:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops57h 53m

$908
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San JoseWuhan

SJC - WUH

SJCWUH

San Jose

Wed 4/8

9:15 am-11:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Wuhan

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-3:08 pm

2 stops22h 43m

$922

San JoseWuhan

SJC - WUH

SJCWUH

San Jose

Tue 4/14

6:45 am-12:20 am

2 stops26h 35m

Wuhan

Tue 5/12

7:25 am-2:11 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$925

San JoseShanghai

SJC - SHA

SJCSHA

San Jose

Mon 4/27

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

6:25 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops39h 54m

$941

San JoseShenzhen

SJC - SZX

SJCSZX

San Jose

Sat 5/16

6:11 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops31h 34m

Shenzhen

Sun 5/24

6:05 pm-9:13 am

2 stops30h 08m

$1,459

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to China?

Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, and China Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to China

What airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, China Southern and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from San Jose, California according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Fastest flight time

16h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to China takes 16h 35m
There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to China. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to China.
  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to China?

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to China are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to China?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Jose Airport to China.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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