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$460+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Capital, China (PEK)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PEK
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Beijing Capital are usually found in September or November, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Capital

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Capital (PEK). 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

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$1,008
(Ovago)

One-way from

$460
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Capital
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Capital. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/512:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 50mChina Eastern
Sat 12/217:00 amPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/1$1,022
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/111:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 15mAsiana Airlines
Thu 12/1210:50 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,023
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/62:30 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1011:20 amPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,028
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:10 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop35h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/312:45 amPEK - SFO
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,164
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/412:20 amSFO - PEK
1 stop28h 15mANA
Wed 12/188:25 amPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mANA
Deal found 11/30$1,194
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/412:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop31h 10mJapan Airlines
Sun 12/84:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop33h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,284
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Thu 12/511:40 amSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 35mKorean Air
Tue 12/171:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 11/30$1,310
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/610:55 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/226:35 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/1$1,335
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/311:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 10mEVA Air
Sun 12/87:45 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop26h 45mEVA Air
Deal found 12/1$1,399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/310:55 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/107:20 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,431
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/712:05 pmSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 25mAir China
Sat 12/211:05 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 45mAir China
Deal found 12/1$1,452

Find flights from San Francisco to Capital within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Capital 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

Beijing Capital

Thu 2/6

3:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$1,008

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

8:27 am-11:50 pm

2 stops23h 23m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/17

7:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

$1,011

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

11:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sat 3/22

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$1,014

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

11:40 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sat 3/22

8:25 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,015

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

11:40 am-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/26

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

$1,026

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

12:05 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/19

1:05 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop12h 45m

$1,029

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

10:55 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 50m

Beijing Capital

Thu 2/6

1:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,035

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

11:50 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 2/9

7:55 pm-6:40 am

1 stop26h 45m

$1,044

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/15

6:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,070

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/15

2:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,077

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Capital

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Capital in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Beijing Capital Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Beijing Capital Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Beijing Capital Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Beijing Capital Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Beijing Capital Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Capital

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Capital. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport (average of $1,177). Flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). 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 PEK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Capital. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Capital. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Capital. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to PEK are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Capital by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing Capital Airport ranges from 0.0 - 8.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Beijing Capital Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Capital by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing Capital Airport, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Capital

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Capital. 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 Capital. Reviews last updated December 2, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Korean Air and Cathay Pacific from San Francisco to Beijing. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,293 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,450 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
473 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,019 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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 Capital. 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 Beijing Capital?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital. 11 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Beijing Capital per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Asiana Airlines ($1,008), China Eastern ($1,017), and China Airlines ($1,019) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport are Air China ($503), Asiana Airlines ($507), and China Airlines ($539).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport is $485. On average you can expect to pay $3,170. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Beijing Capital), can usually be booked for $708.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

    San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights have a layover in Incheon most of the time. San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights stop in Taipei City the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Incheon?

    The majority of Incheon visitors spend their time at G Tower, Wolmido Amusement Park, and Moraenae Market. G Tower, Wolmido Amusement Park, and Moraenae Market can be visited by traveling about 10.7 mi, 8.3 mi, and 14.7 mi respectively from Incheon Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Incheon can rent one for about $72 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Taipei City?

    Most Taipei City visitors opt to spend their time at Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are located about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those landing in Taipei City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $83 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights?

    San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights have a layover in Tokyo least often. San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights stopping in Hong Kong are the next rarest.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Capital 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 Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport (average of $1,177). Flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). 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 Capital

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Capital. 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$710Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$735Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Korean AirCheapest$1,000Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,026Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,035Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EVA AirCheapest$1,053Average$1,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,128Average$1,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,152Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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