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$461+ Cheap flights from China to San Diego (SAN)

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PVG — SAN
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 3/315:30 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop33h 56mDelta
Sun 4/67:20 amSAN - PVG
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,000
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1110:40 amPEK - SAN
2 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/186:15 amSAN - PEK
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,019
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/118:20 amPEK - SAN
2 stops30h 39mANA
Sun 5/186:15 amSAN - PEK
2 stops38h 45mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,123
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/118:10 pmSHA - SAN
3 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/181:00 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,149
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/21:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops37h 24mANA
Mon 4/78:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops37h 05mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,219
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/111:25 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop41h 00mLufthansa
Sun 5/185:15 pmSAN - PEK
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$1,457
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/111:35 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops25h 24mANA
Sun 5/187:45 amSAN - SHA
2 stops37h 30mANA
Deal found 3/27$1,463
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/284:20 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops22h 39mAir China
Mon 5/52:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops28h 45mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,536
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 3/316:25 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops42h 00mKorean Air
Sun 4/66:15 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops31h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,558
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/2710:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops40h 29mAir China
Sun 5/410:30 amSAN - SHA
2 stops20h 20mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,561
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/288:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops20h 11mAsiana Airlines
Sat 5/37:40 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,567
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/278:50 amPVG - SAN
2 stops39h 30mKorean Air
Sat 5/36:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops36h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$1,583

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from China to San Diego 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to San Diego that are best for you.

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China

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/27

5:30 pm-10:07 am

1 stop31h 37m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

6:15 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,002

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/11

10:40 am-9:49 pm

2 stops26h 09m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

6:15 am-8:45 am

3 stops35h 30m

$1,019

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/11

8:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 39m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

6:15 am-12:00 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$1,123

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

8:10 pm-4:48 pm

3 stops35h 38m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

1:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,149

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/26

1:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 24m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

7:25 pm-11:40 am

2 stops49h 15m

$1,453

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/11

1:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop41h 00m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

5:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop27h 30m

$1,457

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/11

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 24m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

7:45 am-12:15 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,463

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/28

4:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops22h 39m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

2:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops28h 45m

$1,536

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/27

10:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 29m

San Diego

Sun 5/4

10:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$1,561

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/28

8:35 am-1:46 pm

2 stops20h 11m

San Diego

Sat 5/3

7:40 pm-10:05 am

2 stops23h 25m

$1,567

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Best time to book a flight from China to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to San Diego

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from China to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from China to San Diego, 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 San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from China to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from China?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from China, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $500. Delta flights start at $514 while deals on ANA start at $774 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from China to San Diego are Shanghai Pu Dong - San Diego, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Diego and Guangzhou Baiyun - San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from China to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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