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$692+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PVG
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 November 21, 2024.

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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2510:45 amSAN - CGO
2 stops44h 10mAir China
Thu 12/129:15 amCGO - SAN
2 stops30h 43mAir China
Deal found 11/21$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2510:45 amSAN - PEK
1 stop26h 20mAir China
Fri 11/2910:00 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop17h 58mAir China
Deal found 11/21$1,176
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2210:45 amSAN - PVG
2 stops44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/294:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,216
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2210:45 amSAN - SHA
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/295:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,216
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:30 amSAN - PEK
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/177:00 amPEK - SAN
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/223:55 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop31h 25mDelta
Fri 11/297:05 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,339
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:45 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops24h 25mChina Airlines
Fri 11/2912:25 pmPEK - SAN
2 stops37h 50mChina Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,465
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/156:52 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops29h 08mAir Canada
Tue 1/145:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops34h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 11/20$1,595
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:06 amSAN - PEK
2 stops60h 04mAsiana Airlines
Tue 12/3110:50 amPEK - SAN
2 stops25h 13mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,608
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:00 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops29h 25mKorean Air
Thu 11/281:30 amPEK - SAN
2 stops34h 24mKorean Air
Deal found 11/21$1,966
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1510:45 amSAN - PVG
1 stop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/141:30 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,971
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Thu 12/126:59 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 51mChina Airlines
Wed 1/17:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops19h 42mChina Airlines
Deal found 11/21$2,047

Find flights from San Diego to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 1/25

11:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

2:20 am-11:52 pm

3 stops37h 32m

$1,161

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Thu 4/10

10:45 am-9:40 am

2 stops31h 55m

Beijing Capital

Sun 4/27

5:10 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops39h 39m

$1,212

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 3/26

7:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

5:30 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$1,216

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 4/26

7:38 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops51h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/1

3:55 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops37h 58m

$1,232

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Thu 4/10

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sun 4/27

5:25 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$1,233

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 1/25

6:15 am-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

8:25 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$1,233

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Thu 12/5

6:30 am-9:40 am

3 stops35h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/17

7:00 am-7:35 pm

3 stops28h 35m

$1,243

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Sat 1/25

8:51 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 34m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/4

1:40 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops22h 13m

$1,260

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

Sat 1/25

4:27 pm-6:30 am

1 stop22h 03m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 2/4

11:00 pm-9:17 am

1 stop26h 17m

$1,297

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 5/19

8:50 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/2

8:25 am-11:44 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,299

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to China

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

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $1,193). Flying from San Diego to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 SAN to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 21, 2024.

When flying from San Diego 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 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to China, such as Singapore Airlines, ANA and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
833 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
1,457 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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
776 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

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 San Diego to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to China?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to China from San Diego.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to China?

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to China consider San Diego - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, San Diego - Beijing Capital or San Diego - Beijing Daxing Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $1,193). Flying from San Diego to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to China

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China AirlinesCheapest$1,157Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China EasternCheapest$1,229Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$1,278Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,347Average$1,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,455Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,576Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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