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$432+ Cheap flights from California to China

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LAX — PVG
abr. 27 — may. 41
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Cheap flight deals from California to China

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
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From California to China
One-way flight from California to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($337 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from California to China
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.
mar. 5/611:30 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop30h 25mCathay Pacific
lun. 5/1210:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop32h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21$766
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lun. 10/1311:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
lun. 10/274:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/21$767
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jue. 4/2412:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
jue. 5/87:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21$769
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lun. 4/2812:25 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop17h 40mCathay Pacific
dom. 5/1110:10 amCAN - LAX
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21$777
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dom. 8/2411:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
dom. 9/73:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/22$784
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vie. 11/219:30 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop44h 55mSichuan Airlines
vie. 11/284:40 pmCAN - LAX
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/21$794
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1211:00 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop21h 15mAsiana Airlines
mié. 6/1812:25 pmCAN - LAX
1 stop18h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/22$796
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lun. 11/310:50 amLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 35mKorean Air
lun. 11/1711:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop18h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 4/22$796
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mié. 5/711:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop25h 00mAsiana Airlines
jue. 6/51:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop17h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/22$805
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lun. 5/511:10 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/167:00 amPEK - SFO
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$808
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vie. 9/511:15 pmLAX - PEK
1 stop24h 00mSichuan Airlines
sáb. 9/208:15 pmPEK - LAX
1 stop39h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/21$809
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sáb. 4/266:00 amLAX - SHA
2 stops39h 15mANA
jue. 5/81:35 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop16h 40mANA
Deal found 4/22$809

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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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to China that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

China

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

$766

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

$767

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

$781

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

$784

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

$796

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

$802

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

$804

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

$805

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

$808

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

$809

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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

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
8.3
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to China one-way?

    $432 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $438 and $450, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to China 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 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.

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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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$420Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$521Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China AirlinesCheapest$602Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$634Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$642Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$668Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$702Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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