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$405+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to 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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SHA
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1811:35 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Mon 12/168:05 amTAO - SFO
1 stop27h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 10/31$782
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1111:35 pmSFO - SHE
2 stops29h 15mChina Southern
Thu 12/512:45 pmSHE - SFO
2 stops22h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 10/30$812
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/1412:00 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 12/58:00 amXMN - SFO
1 stop17h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$859
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/42:30 pmSFO - SHE
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/167:10 amSHE - SFO
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$873
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1112:00 pmSFO - SHE
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 12/66:30 pmSHE - SFO
1 stop30h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$875
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1310:25 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop26h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 11/205:40 pmXMN - SFO
1 stop17h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 10/30$900
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/62:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/162:20 amPVG - SFO
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$921
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3011:30 pmSFO - TAO
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1010:55 amTAO - SFO
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$933
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1312:05 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2010:35 pmXMN - SFO
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$939
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2811:35 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops32h 50mChina Southern
Thu 12/58:15 amPVG - SFO
3 stops27h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 10/31$939
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/1412:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 12/135:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$942
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/411:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/199:30 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$944

Find flights from San Francisco to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Sun 11/17

2:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$405

San FranciscoWuhan

SFO - WUH

SFOWUH

San Francisco

Thu 11/14

12:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop39h 20m

$446

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 11/14

11:35 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$446

San FranciscoQingdao

SFO - TAO

SFOTAO

San Francisco

Wed 11/27

12:05 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$479

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

$497

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

10:10 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$525

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

10:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$545

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

1:05 am-6:50 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$591

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$611

San FranciscoXiamen

SFO - XMN

SFOXMN

San Francisco

Thu 11/21

10:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

$619

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to China

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $1,198). Flying from San Francisco to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 SFO to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 October 31, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 October 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China, EVA Air and ANA from San Francisco to China to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.4
Very good
832 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.4
Very good
486 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.3
Very good
1,450 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from San Francisco to China, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to China for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to China for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $768, but on average you can expect to pay $830.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to China for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from San Francisco to China under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to China is less than $1,167.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to China for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to China within the next 7 days for less than $900.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $424. Users have also found prices from $428 and $438 on Vietnam Airlines and China Eastern, respectively.

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

  • What does SFO to SHA mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Hangzhou Airport (HGH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to China that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to China flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to China with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to China flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to China that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to China offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to China?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to China flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to China flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $1,198). Flying from San Francisco to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$716Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$735Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$742Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air ChinaCheapest$862Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$961Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EVA AirCheapest$972Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Korean AirCheapest$979Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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