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$471+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing, China (BJS)

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SFO — BJS
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (BJS). 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$816
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,163

Good round-trip deal

$1,075 or less

Good one-way deal

$587 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Beijing (BJS) flight deals.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This CheapTickets.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapTickets.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/317:49 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$811
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Tue 4/2212:20 amSFO - PEK
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/2812:05 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop20h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$818
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Mon 5/512:35 amSFO - PKX
2 stops25h 30mChina Southern
Wed 5/217:30 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops40h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 3/28$824
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Wed 4/2311:55 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 5/1112:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/27$830
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Tue 6/102:45 pmSFO - PKX
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/318:30 amPKX - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$847
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Tue 4/221:45 amSFO - PEK
1 stop27h 30mANA
Wed 5/283:10 pmPEK - SFO
2 stops21h 33mANA
Deal found 3/27$853
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Thu 4/1012:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 6/167:45 amPKX - SFO
1 stop16h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/27$862
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 4/148:55 amSFO - PEK
2 stops23h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/87:00 amPEK - SFO
1 stop17h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/28$908
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Sun 8/3111:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 00mAsiana Airlines
Wed 11/193:35 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/27$913
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Wed 4/2312:40 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 35mKorean Air
Tue 5/271:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$923
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Fri 4/2512:20 amSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/172:15 pmPKX - SFO
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$952
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Tue 4/81:05 amSFO - PEK
1 stop26h 45mChina Airlines
Tue 4/158:20 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop38h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/27$983

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Beijing 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Beijing that are best for you.

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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

7:49 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop28h 26m

Beijing Capital

Tue 6/3

1:20 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$816

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

12:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/28

12:05 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$818

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:35 am-5:05 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 5/21

7:30 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$824

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/11

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$830

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

2:45 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 8/31

8:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$847

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

1:45 am-8:15 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/28

3:10 pm-9:43 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$853

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 6/16

7:45 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 20m

$862

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

8:55 am-11:50 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

$908

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/19

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$913

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

12:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/27

1:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

$923

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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 Beijing in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice 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 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Beijing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Beijing 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 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 Beijing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Beijing from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Beijing

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Beijing. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 6 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing (average of $1,199). Flying from San Francisco to Beijing 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 BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Beijing is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Beijing. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Beijing by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Beijing by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, 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 Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. 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 Beijing. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and ANA from San Francisco to Beijing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very good

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

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

    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. 13 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Beijing on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Beijing should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Beijing per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Beijing is Cathay Pacific. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $818 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Philippine Airlines, starting at $824 and $830 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Beijing for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $483. However, be on the lookout for offers from Asiana Airlines and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Beijing for a low price.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,325 for a flight from San Francisco to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is $461 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at $818.

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

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

    Hong Kong travelers tend to visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Ocean Park more than anywhere else. Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Ocean Park can be visited by traveling about 7.8 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.9 mi respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

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

    Most Seoul visitors opt to spend their time at Dongdaemun Market, Myeongdong Cathedral, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Dongdaemun Market, Myeongdong Cathedral and Bukchon Hanok Village are located about 31.6 mi, 30.4 mi, and 30.6 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Seoul in need of a rental car can book one at Incheon Intl for about $51.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are the most popular attractions in Taipei City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for an average daily rate of $83 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing (average of $1,199). Flying from San Francisco to Beijing 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 Beijing

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Beijing. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$702Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$732Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$752Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China AirlinesCheapest$915Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$974Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$981Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,029Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EVA AirCheapest$1,048Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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