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$355+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PVG
ene. 22 — ene. 291
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mié. 1/29
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$686
(Ovago)

One-way from

$394
(Mytrip)
From San Francisco to China
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 17, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
lun. 1/2712:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop32h 35mChina Eastern
vie. 2/285:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$686
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
lun. 1/2712:00 pmSFO - FOC
1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern
lun. 3/317:55 amFOC - SFO
1 stop16h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$703
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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. 1/2912:05 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 30mAir China
mié. 2/268:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAir China
Deal found 1/15$727
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
lun. 1/2711:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 40mChina Southern
lun. 3/1012:35 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 1/15$729
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
sáb. 3/112:00 pmSFO - NKG
2 stops31h 30mChina Eastern
dom. 3/166:50 pmNKG - SFO
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$790
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
jue. 4/1012:35 amSFO - NKG
2 stops43h 55mChina Southern
dom. 4/206:55 pmNKG - SFO
1 stop40h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 1/15$797
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/163:06 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop23h 54mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/1310:30 pmXMN - SFO
1 stop25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$830
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
lun. 3/171:00 pmSFO - WUH
1 stop34h 20mChina Eastern
mié. 4/22:30 pmWUH - SFO
1 stop33h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/16$831
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/186:46 pmSFO - WUH
2 stops31h 49mMultiple Airlines
jue. 5/299:50 amWUH - SFO
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$844
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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. 3/22:30 pmSFO - NKG
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/162:20 amNKG - SFO
2 stops46h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$848
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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. 3/1111:25 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop19h 30mPhilippine Airlines
mié. 4/165:25 pmXMN - SFO
1 stop18h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/15$859
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
mié. 3/121:05 pmSFO - XMN
1 stop19h 00mAir China
mié. 4/167:30 amXMN - SFO
1 stop18h 00mAir China
Deal found 1/15$870

Find flights from San Francisco to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

lun. 1/27

12:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Chengdu

mié. 2/26

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$686

San FranciscoFuzhou

SFO - FOC

SFOFOC

San Francisco

lun. 1/27

12:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Fuzhou

sáb. 3/8

7:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$703

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mié. 1/29

12:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Chengdu

mié. 2/26

8:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop17h 50m

$727

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

lun. 1/27

11:35 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Chengdu

jue. 3/13

8:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$729

San FranciscoNanjing

SFO - NKG

SFONKG

San Francisco

jue. 4/10

12:35 am-11:30 am

2 stops43h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

dom. 4/20

6:55 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$797

San FranciscoFuzhou

SFO - FOC

SFOFOC

San Francisco

mié. 1/29

12:05 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop36h 35m

Fuzhou

mié. 2/12

8:05 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$800

San FranciscoWuhan

SFO - WUH

SFOWUH

San Francisco

lun. 3/17

1:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Wuhan

mié. 4/2

2:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop33h 35m

$831

San FranciscoWuhan

SFO - WUH

SFOWUH

San Francisco

mar. 3/18

6:46 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops31h 49m

Wuhan

jue. 5/29

9:50 am-9:30 am

2 stops38h 40m

$844

San FranciscoXiamen

SFO - XMN

SFOXMN

San Francisco

mar. 3/11

11:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

mié. 4/16

5:25 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$859

San FranciscoXiamen

SFO - XMN

SFOXMN

San Francisco

mié. 3/12

1:05 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

mar. 4/15

9:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

$870

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to China

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $1,199). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to China

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Philippine Airlines, Korean Air and United Airlines from San Francisco to China to help guide your decision. 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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,448 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,034 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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 San Francisco 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 Francisco to China?

    For a flight from San Francisco to China, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $394. Users have also found prices from $411 and $495 on China Eastern and Air China, respectively.

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

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to China?

    Consider United Airlines (83%), Air China (83%) or China Eastern (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to China.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to China?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to China is $411. On average you can expect to pay $1,607. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for $760.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $1,199). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$685Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$710Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ANACheapest$770Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ChinaCheapest$776Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$794Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$937Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EVA AirCheapest$942Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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