$421+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PVG
Apr 8 — Apr 151
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to China flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $722 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $421 (oojo) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,133 |
Good round-trip deal | $579 or less |
Good one-way deal | $340 or less |
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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 April 3, 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 April 3, 2025.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2411:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop26h 05mXiamenAir
Sat 5/109:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop37h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 4/2![XiamenAir logo]()
$722
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/211:15 pmLAX - PEK
1 stop33h 00mSichuan Airlines
Sun 5/183:30 pmPEK - LAX
1 stop20h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$737
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/2711:15 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Sun 5/113:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$737
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mon 4/2812:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/141:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/3![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$737
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 9/811:55 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 9/164:00 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$739
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 4/1711:25 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop32h 15mAir China
Tue 5/207:10 amPVG - LAX
1 stop26h 50mAir China
Deal found 4/2![Air China logo]()
$743
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 4/1711:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop20h 30mAir China
Fri 5/163:25 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop19h 45mAir China
Deal found 4/2![Air China logo]()
$747
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/1012:25 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/1010:10 amCAN - LAX
1 stop21h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/3![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$771
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/3011:30 pmLAX - PEK
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/612:05 pmPEK - LAX
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/3![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$772
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/2811:25 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop24h 35mAir China
Sun 5/188:30 amCAN - LAX
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 4/2![Air China logo]()
$773
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2112:30 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop21h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 5/59:00 amCAN - LAX
1 stop16h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/2![China Eastern logo]()
$777
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 5/61:15 pmLAX - SHA
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2110:30 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$777
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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 April 3, 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
Thu 4/24
11:55 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop26h 05m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sat 5/10
9:10 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop37h 50m
$722
Los AngelesBeijing
LAX - PEK
LAXPEK
Los Angeles
Fri 5/2
11:15 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop33h 00m
Beijing Capital
Sun 5/18
3:30 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop20h 15m
$737
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Mon 4/28
12:25 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop32h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 5/14
1:20 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop23h 45m
$737
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Sun 4/27
11:15 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop23h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 5/11
3:10 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop20h 35m
$737
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Mon 9/8
11:55 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop23h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 9/16
4:00 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop19h 45m
$739
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - PVG
LAXPVG
Los Angeles
Thu 4/17
11:25 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop32h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 5/20
7:10 am-7:00 pm
1 stop26h 50m
$743
Los AngelesShanghai
LAX - SHA
LAXSHA
Los Angeles
Thu 4/17
11:25 pm-10:55 am
1 stop20h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 5/16
3:25 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop19h 45m
$747
Los AngelesBeijing
LAX - PEK
LAXPEK
Los Angeles
Wed 4/30
11:30 pm-5:25 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Beijing Capital
Tue 5/6
12:05 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop19h 20m
$772
Los AngelesGuangzhou
LAX - CAN
LAXCAN
Los Angeles
Mon 4/28
11:25 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop24h 35m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Sun 5/18
8:30 am-11:00 am
1 stop17h 30m
$773
Los AngelesGuangzhou
LAX - CAN
LAXCAN
Los Angeles
Mon 4/21
12:30 pm-12:50 am
1 stop21h 20m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Mon 5/5
9:00 am-10:05 am
1 stop16h 05m
$777
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Best time to book a flight from California to China
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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 April 3, 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 April 3, 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 April 3, 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.
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.4
Overall
8.4
Entertainment
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
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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 April 3, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$421 | Average$887 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$521 | Average$803 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$602 | Average$1,255 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$623 | Average$1,488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$634 | Average$1,148 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$666 | Average$1,169 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$668 | Average$1,158 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$677 | Average$850 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time49% | |
| Cheapest$685 | Average$1,174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$702 | Average$1,080 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% |