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$420+ Cheap flights from China to San Francisco (SFO)

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from China (CN0) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 January 21, 2025.

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$671
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One-way from

$420
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/37:30 amCAN - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 3/201:00 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/21$671
This Vakatrip 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 Vakatrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/209:30 amWUH - SFO
1 stop15h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 2/2712:00 pmSFO - WUH
1 stop19h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/21$678
This Vietnam Airlines 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:15 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop18h 25mVietnam Airlines
Thu 5/1510:50 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop24h 20mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 1/20$690
This China Southern 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2012:35 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 05mChina Southern
Thu 4/1012:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 1/19$700
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2111:45 amWUH - SFO
1 stop25h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/2111:55 pmSFO - WUH
1 stop19h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$753
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:10 amWUH - SFO
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/143:30 pmSFO - WUH
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$760
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/101:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 00mKorean Air
Thu 2/2011:40 amSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 1/21$766
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.
Wed 3/128:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAir China
Sat 3/151:05 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop29h 50mAir China
Deal found 1/20$766
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/88:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 40mKorean Air
Sun 9/712:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop16h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$766
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.
Fri 3/76:55 amPVG - SFO
2 stops33h 21mChina Southern
Thu 3/2012:35 amSFO - PVG
2 stops43h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$769
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Fri 6/274:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop20h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 7/3011:55 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/19$771
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1510:15 amCAN - SFO
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 3/291:15 amSFO - CAN
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$771

Find flights from China to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from China to San Francisco 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 January 21, 2025.

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GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/3

7:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

1:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$671

WuhanSan Francisco

WUH - SFO

WUHSFO

Wuhan

Thu 2/20

9:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

12:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$678

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/16

3:15 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

10:50 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$690

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Thu 3/20

12:35 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$700

WuhanSan Francisco

WUH - SFO

WUHSFO

Wuhan

Fri 2/21

11:45 am-9:15 pm

1 stop25h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 3/21

11:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop19h 40m

$753

WuhanSan Francisco

WUH - SFO

WUHSFO

Wuhan

Fri 3/7

8:10 am-12:00 pm

2 stops19h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

3:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$760

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Mon 2/10

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

11:40 am-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$766

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Wed 3/12

8:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

1:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

$766

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/8

8:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

12:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$766

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

6:55 am-12:16 am

2 stops33h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

12:35 am-11:25 am

2 stops43h 50m

$769

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Best time to book a flight from China to San Francisco

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from China to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 CN to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from China to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from China to San Francisco, 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 China to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from China to San Francisco. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from CN0 to SFO 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 San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, Korean Air and China Southern from China to San Francisco. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,253 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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 China to San Francisco. 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 Francisco from China?

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $428 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $428 and Air China from $435 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from China to San Francisco are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Francisco, Shanghai Pu Dong - San Francisco and Wuhan - San Francisco.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from China, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (85%), Air China (85%), China Eastern( 69%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,599 for a flight from China to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $434 while the most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $668.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from China to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 China to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from China to San Francisco. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$634Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$730Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$763Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$765Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$766Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$993Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$1,306Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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