$432+ Cheap flights from California 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to China flight deals. Data was last updated abril 22, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $766 (eDestinos) |
One-way from | $432 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,057 |
Good round-trip deal | $686 or less |
Good one-way deal | $356 or less |
Find flight deals from California to China
Cheapest flights from California to ChinaExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
mar. 5/6
11:30 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop30h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
lun. 5/12
10:30 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop32h 55m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
lun. 10/13
11:55 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop23h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
lun. 10/27
4:00 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop19h 00m
Los AngelesGuangzhou
LAX - CAN
LAXCAN
Los Angeles
lun. 4/28
12:25 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop17h 40m
Guangzhou Baiyun
mar. 5/6
10:20 pm-10:45 am
1 stop27h 25m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
dom. 8/24
11:15 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop23h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
dom. 9/7
3:10 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop20h 35m
Los AngelesGuangzhou
LAX - CAN
LAXCAN
Los Angeles
lun. 5/12
11:00 pm-11:15 am
1 stop21h 15m
Guangzhou Baiyun
mié. 6/18
12:25 pm-4:00 pm
1 stop18h 35m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
dom. 8/24
12:25 am-12:10 pm
1 stop20h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
lun. 9/8
1:25 pm-5:05 pm
1 stop18h 40m
Los AngelesGuangzhou
LAX - CAN
LAXCAN
Los Angeles
vie. 4/25
12:30 pm-12:50 am
1 stop21h 20m
Guangzhou Baiyun
jue. 5/22
9:00 am-10:05 am
1 stop16h 05m
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
mié. 5/7
11:00 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop25h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
vie. 6/6
8:35 am-9:50 am
1 stop16h 15m
San FranciscoBeijing
SFO - PEK
SFOPEK
San Francisco
lun. 5/5
11:10 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop27h 15m
Beijing Capital
vie. 5/16
7:00 am-1:00 pm
2 stops21h 00m
Los AngelesBeijing
LAX - PEK
LAXPEK
Los Angeles
vie. 9/5
11:15 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop28h 45m
Beijing Capital
dom. 9/21
3:30 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Best time to book a flight from California to China
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from California with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from California to China
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to China?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to China (average of $1,185). Flying from California to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 CA to CN?
Find hourly flight availability from California 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 abril 22, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to China as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from California to China
Explore weekly flight availability from California to China. 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 abril 22, 2025.
The most flights from USCA to CN0 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 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 abril 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to China, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Gary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
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Top 10 airlines flying from California to China
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$420 | Average$841 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$521 | Average$782 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$602 | Average$1,204 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$623 | Average$1,486 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$634 | Average$1,153 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$639 | Average$846 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$642 | Average$1,145 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$668 | Average$1,149 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$685 | Average$1,167 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$702 | Average$999 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% |