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$307+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to China

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LAX — PVG
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to China (CN0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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$571
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One-way from

$322
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/2810:30 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop31h 30mSichuan Airlines
dom. 4/611:50 amNKG - LAX
1 stop24h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 1/21$571
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/1511:55 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop22h 35mXiamenAir
mar. 4/2210:20 amNKG - LAX
1 stop24h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/20$691
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
mar. 1/289:00 pmLAX - YNT
1 stop31h 20mAir China
mié. 2/2610:20 pmYNT - LAX
1 stop36h 40mAir China
Deal found 1/19$694
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/2010:45 pmLAX - SHE
1 stop20h 45mXiamenAir
dom. 3/308:45 amSHE - LAX
1 stop26h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/21$700
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 1/269:35 amLAX - PVG
2 stops56h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/232:20 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$703
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/1910:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
lun. 3/38:50 amSHA - LAX
1 stop25h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$703
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/169:30 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops25h 45mSichuan Airlines
dom. 2/234:30 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop19h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 1/19$704
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/1511:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop31h 45mXiamenAir
mar. 4/2210:10 amSHA - LAX
1 stop24h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/20$708
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
lun. 2/2411:30 amLAX - YNT
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
lun. 3/247:00 amYNT - LAX
1 stop18h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/19$710
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 1/289:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop28h 10mAir China
mar. 2/41:40 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAir China
Deal found 1/20$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/1910:00 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Southern
vie. 3/216:55 amPVG - LAX
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$720
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/2410:00 pmLAX - NKG
1 stop21h 30mChina Southern
vie. 3/211:35 pmNKG - LAX
1 stop20h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 1/21$723

Find flights from Irvine to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 enero 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

vie. 3/28

10:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 4/6

11:50 am-9:15 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$558

Los AngelesShenyang

LAX - SHE

LAXSHE

Los Angeles

dom. 3/16

11:45 pm-11:30 am

1 stop20h 45m

Shenyang

dom. 3/30

8:45 am-8:00 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$687

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

mar. 4/15

11:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mar. 4/22

10:20 am-8:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$691

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

mié. 2/19

10:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 3/3

6:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mié. 2/19

10:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 3/21

11:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$703

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

dom. 2/16

9:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 2/28

4:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$704

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

mar. 4/15

11:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 4/22

10:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$708

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

mar. 3/18

10:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 4/1

7:20 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$711

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

vie. 3/28

10:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 4/6

8:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$722

Los AngelesNanjing

LAX - NKG

LAXNKG

Los Angeles

lun. 2/24

10:00 pm-11:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

vie. 3/21

1:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$723

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Irvine to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to China (average of $1,199). Flying from Irvine to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 IR9 to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 enero 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to China as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 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 enero 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and Air China from Irvine to China by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,255 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
737 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is XiamenAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $330. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Irvine to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Irvine to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Irvine to China consider Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Los Angeles - Shanghai Pu Dong or Los Angeles - Guangzhou Baiyun as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to China?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Irvine to China consider choosing Air China (83%), United Airlines (50%) or China Eastern (36%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to China?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to China? While on average our users pay $1,483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $430. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $545.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to China (average of $1,199). Flying from Irvine to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 Irvine to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$622Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$680Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$682Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$746Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$771Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$816Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$873Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$934Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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