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$369+ Cheap flights from China to California

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PVG — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$634
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$369
(Gurufare)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$880

Good round-trip deal

$678 or less

Good one-way deal

$452 or less
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Cheapest flights from China to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/104:20 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Tue 4/226:50 amLAX - PVG
2 stops36h 25mAir China
Deal found 3/27$679
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/74:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop32h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 10/2412:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop30h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/27$685
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/105:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Tue 4/2210:00 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops32h 55mAir China
Deal found 3/27$691
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/99:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 50mXiamenAir
Tue 4/1511:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 3/27$695
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/13:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
Tue 4/2211:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/27$698
This StudentUniverse 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/91:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop16h 55mKorean Air
Wed 4/1612:30 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop16h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$701
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:30 amPVG - LAX
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2110:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$712
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/121:30 amPEK - LAX
1 stop29h 05mKorean Air
Mon 11/1710:50 amLAX - PEK
1 stop19h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$732
This Asiana Airlines 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop16h 15mAsiana Airlines
Fri 4/1812:10 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/27$738
This Air China 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/319:30 pmSHA - LAX
2 stops42h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1411:05 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$750
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop30h 15mKorean Air
Tue 4/2211:50 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop26h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$752
This China Southern 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/165:25 pmPKX - SFO
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Thu 8/712:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop22h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 3/27$754

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from China to California 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 China to California that are best for you.

Fly from

China

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/10

4:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

6:50 am-10:15 am

2 stops36h 25m

$679

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/7

4:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/24

12:50 pm-9:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

$685

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/10

5:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$691

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/9

9:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$695

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/9

1:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

12:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$701

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

12:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/21

10:50 am-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$712

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/6

3:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$716

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/9

8:35 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

12:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$738

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/2

3:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/21

11:59 pm-10:00 am

2 stops43h 01m

$751

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/10

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

11:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$752

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Best time to book a flight from China to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to California (average of $246). Flying from China to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 CN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from China to California. 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.

When flying from China to California, 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 California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from China to California. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
722 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,169 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is XiamenAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $369. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from China to California for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to California 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 China to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to California (average of $246). Flying from China to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 China to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from China to California. 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
Cathay PacificCheapest$441Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$544Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China SouthernCheapest$621Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$629Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$678Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$690Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$716Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$879Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$890Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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