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$381+ Cheap flights from China to California

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PVG — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from China to California

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$628
(Ovago)

One-way from

$381
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,069

Good round-trip deal

$847 or less

Good one-way deal

$506 or less
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From China to California
One-way flight from China to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($399 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to California.
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Cheapest flights from China to California
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This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/166:30 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops41h 10mChina Southern
Mon 4/712:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop24h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 2/22$628
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/27:25 amSHA - LAX
1 stop27h 35mXiamenAir
Sun 3/3011:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/20$633
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/44:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mSichuan Airlines
Tue 4/111:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$635
This hutchgo.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 hutchgo.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/14:15 pmPKX - LAX
1 stop18h 45mXiamenAir
Tue 4/811:55 pmLAX - PKX
1 stop22h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/21$652
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/104:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 4/2811:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/21$669
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/711:50 amSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
Sun 5/1111:50 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop31h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 2/20$669
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 3/810:50 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop35h 20mChina Southern
Sat 4/2611:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop22h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 2/22$671
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 3/104:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Mon 4/2811:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAir China
Deal found 2/22$673
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/211:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Sat 3/2910:05 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop25h 40mAir China
Deal found 2/21$673
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 3/811:20 pmPEK - LAX
2 stops36h 10mSichuan Airlines
Tue 3/1110:30 pmLAX - PEK
2 stops24h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/22$678
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Sun 3/161:30 amPEK - LAX
1 stop28h 10mKorean Air
Tue 4/811:50 pmLAX - PEK
1 stop31h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 2/22$695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/48:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 50mKorean Air
Wed 3/2611:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 2/21$713

Find flights from China to California within your budget

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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

China

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 3/16

6:30 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops41h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

12:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$628

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/4

2:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$633

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/4

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$635

BeijingLos Angeles

PKX - LAX

PKXLAX

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 4/1

4:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

11:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$652

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/10

4:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$669

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/7

11:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

11:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$669

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/8

10:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

11:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$671

ShanghaiLos Angeles

PVG - LAX

PVGLAX

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/10

4:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

11:25 pm-10:15 am

1 stop19h 50m

$673

ShanghaiLos Angeles

SHA - LAX

SHALAX

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/21

1:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

10:05 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$673

BeijingLos Angeles

PEK - LAX

PEKLAX

Beijing Capital

Sat 3/8

11:20 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

10:30 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$678

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Travel insights for flights from China to California

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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 $344). 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 February 22, 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.

Weekly flight availability from China to California

Explore weekly flight availability from China to California. 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from CN0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 February 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and ANA from China to California. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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.

8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

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 China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $381. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and XiamenAir, 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 $344). 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$550Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China SouthernCheapest$621Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$629Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$678Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$690Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$722Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$730Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$812Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$879Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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