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$414+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SHA
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/62:30 pmSFO - XIY
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/277:10 amXIY - SFO
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$780
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1411:35 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop24h 10mChina Southern
Mon 12/26:45 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop16h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4$781
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1111:35 pmSFO - SHE
1 stop25h 45mChina Southern
Thu 12/58:00 amSHE - SFO
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4$782
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/202:30 pmSFO - SHE
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/269:00 pmSHE - SFO
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$866
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1112:00 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Fri 12/66:00 pmXIY - SFO
1 stop31h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/3$869
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/22:30 pmSFO - XMN
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:30 pmXMN - SFO
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$904
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1910:25 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop25h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 12/54:55 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/3$922
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1412:00 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/124:50 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$923
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1811:35 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops30h 00mChina Southern
Tue 11/2610:50 pmPVG - SFO
2 stops39h 06mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$927
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/1611:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Mon 11/253:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4$933
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1411:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops44h 20mChina Southern
Fri 12/138:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops43h 19mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$938
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1312:05 pmSFO - XIY
1 stop38h 10mAir China
Wed 12/48:30 amXIY - SFO
1 stop17h 20mAir China
Deal found 11/3$941

Find flights from Salinas to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Thu 11/14

11:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$426

San FranciscoXi'an

SFO - XIY

SFOXIY

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

2:30 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$427

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

$438

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

12:05 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$522

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

9:10 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$536

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sat 12/7

11:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

$548

San FranciscoGuangzhou

SFO - CAN

SFOCAN

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

11:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$552

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

1:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 50m

$591

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Thu 1/2

11:40 am-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$614

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Thu 11/21

10:25 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$619

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to China

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to China (average of $1,198). Flying from Salinas to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 S9N to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 November 4, 2024.

When flying from Salinas to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 November 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to China, such as EVA Air, China Southern and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,324 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
785 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Salinas to China for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Salinas to China for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $764, but on average you can expect to pay $824.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Salinas to China for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Salinas to China under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from Salinas to China is less than $1,139.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Salinas to China for under $800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Salinas to China within the next 7 days for less than $800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $424. However, be on the lookout for offers from Vietnam Airlines and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to China for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, San Francisco - Shanghai Pu Dong or San Francisco - Beijing Capital when deciding on the best route from Salinas to China.

  • What does SFO to SHA mean?

    Great question - SFO to SHA just means San Francisco Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Hangzhou Airport (HGH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to China that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Salinas to China flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Salinas to China with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Salinas to China flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to China that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Salinas to China offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Salinas to China?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Salinas to China flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Salinas to China flight deals updated?

    The Salinas to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to China (average of $1,198). Flying from Salinas to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 Salinas to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$716Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$735Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$742Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air ChinaCheapest$862Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$961Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EVA AirCheapest$972Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Korean AirCheapest$979Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$997Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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