Cheap flights from China to San Francisco (SFO) from $401

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — SFO
Jun 4 — Jun 111

How far in advance should I book a flight from China to San Francisco?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 40 days in advance to save up to 37% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 40 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from China to San Francisco 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $989, or $1,262 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from China to San Francisco?

September can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from China with a flight ticket averaging about $1,228. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $976. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August.

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

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.

Cheap EVA Air flights from China to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by EVA Air for the route between China and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced EVA Air flights we've found from China to San Francisco. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 6/211:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop21h 50mEVA Air
Wed 9/111:00 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop31h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$936
Mon 9/21:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop21h 40mEVA Air
Fri 11/2912:20 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop29h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$954
Fri 9/61:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop21h 40mEVA Air
Wed 11/2011:30 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop18h 45mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$977
Fri 9/201:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop32h 20mEVA Air
Fri 9/271:00 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop31h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$978
Wed 6/57:40 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop25h 50mEVA Air
Tue 7/161:00 amSFO - SHA
1 stop24h 35mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$1,339
Sun 6/91:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop21h 50mEVA Air
Thu 10/31:10 amSFO - CAN
1 stop22h 05mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$1,378
Sat 6/88:05 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 55mEVA Air
Sat 7/131:25 amSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 40mEVA Air
Deal found 5/29$1,392

Cheap Korean Air flights from China to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Korean Air for the route between China and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Korean Air flights we've found at this time heading from China to San Francisco. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 9/412:40 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop17h 00mKorean Air
Fri 9/1311:50 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop20h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,049
Sun 9/151:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 10mKorean Air
Sat 10/512:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop32h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,052
Thu 6/1310:50 amPEK - SFO
1 stop14h 50mKorean Air
Sun 6/2311:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,153
Fri 6/78:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 50mKorean Air
Tue 7/161:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop16h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,158
Fri 6/78:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 50mKorean Air
Sat 7/201:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop29h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,208
Sun 6/98:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop16h 50mKorean Air
Tue 7/161:10 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop29h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 5/29$1,220

Cheap China to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from China to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from China to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 6/21:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop21h 50mEVA Air
Sat 10/51:10 amSFO - CAN
1 stop19h 45mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$936
Sun 6/91:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop32h 20mEVA Air
Sat 10/512:45 amSFO - CAN
1 stop20h 10mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$977
Sun 6/211:40 amPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 30mAsiana Airlines
Thu 7/1811:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 5/29$987
Sun 6/212:25 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Sun 10/611:30 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop33h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 5/30$987
Wed 6/1212:25 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Wed 10/911:30 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop20h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 5/30$988
Sun 6/1612:50 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/13:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,018
Sun 6/1612:50 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/13:00 pmSFO - PVG
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,020
Sun 6/163:15 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1912:05 amSFO - CAN
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,027
Wed 6/193:15 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1912:05 amSFO - CAN
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,030

China to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between China and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from China to San Francisco in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 9/184:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 10/2311:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$651
Thu 9/194:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/1511:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$685
Tue 10/224:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 1/2111:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop24h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/28$721
Fri 9/134:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 10/3111:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop25h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$726
Tue 9/34:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 9/2011:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$729
Sun 11/1010:50 amPVG - SFO
1 stop24h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 11/2411:00 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop18h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$737
Tue 10/85:45 amCAN - SFO
1 stop30h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 10/3011:00 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop38h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$745
Mon 9/24:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/1811:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$756
Fri 9/64:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 9/1511:50 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop23h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$798

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from China

Discover non-stop flight options from China to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from China to San Francisco, check out these fares. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from China to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 10/75:25 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/610:55 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,139
Thu 10/2411:30 pmWUH - SFO
Nonstop11h 45mChina Southern
Thu 12/511:35 pmSFO - WUH
Nonstop14h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 5/29$1,153
Mon 10/1411:30 pmWUH - SFO
Nonstop11h 45mChina Southern
Thu 11/2811:35 pmSFO - WUH
Nonstop14h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 5/29$1,167
Sun 9/155:25 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/510:35 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,210
Tue 10/810:45 pmCAN - SFO
Nonstop12h 55mChina Southern
Tue 10/2912:35 amSFO - CAN
Nonstop14h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 5/29$1,262
Tue 9/175:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1610:55 amSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,293
Wed 11/61:30 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2312:40 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,294
Sat 9/71:30 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 20mAir China
Sat 11/91:20 pmSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 25mAir China
Deal found 5/29$1,297
Fri 9/135:25 pmPVG - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/311:40 pmSFO - PVG
Nonstop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,328

China to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from China to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from China to San Francisco. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sun 6/91:10 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop32h 20mEVA Air
Wed 10/912:45 amSFO - CAN
1 stop20h 10mEVA Air
Deal found 5/30$977
Tue 6/44:20 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop13h 50mAsiana Airlines
Fri 7/1911:30 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop19h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 5/29$987
Tue 6/44:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/1412:55 amSFO - SHA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$1,040
Fri 6/75:45 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 7/1812:55 amSFO - PVG
1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$1,040
Tue 6/44:50 pmSHA - SFO
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/171:35 pmSFO - SHA
1 stop31h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$1,055
Fri 6/77:05 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/171:35 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/29$1,055
Sun 6/93:15 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop18h 25mVietnam Airlines
Thu 10/1010:50 pmSFO - CAN
1 stop24h 20mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,088
Sun 6/93:15 pmCAN - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/61:05 amSFO - CAN
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,094
Fri 6/78:20 amPVG - SFO
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/145:15 pmSFO - PVG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,096

One-way flights to San Francisco from China

Search for one-way flight options from China to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from China to San Francisco. Those seeking round-trip flights from China to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Fri 10/114:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$401
Sun 6/910:20 pmPVG - SFO
3 stops55h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$420
Tue 9/34:00 pmPVG - SFO
1 stop19h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/29$421
Mon 6/109:40 pmPVG - SFO
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$424
Mon 6/109:55 amWUH - SFO
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$426
Mon 6/102:05 amPVG - SFO
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$428
Thu 10/315:45 amCAN - SFO
1 stop29h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/30$435
Mon 6/103:05 pmWUH - SFO
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$441
Sun 6/911:20 pmPEK - SFO
3 stops54h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$444

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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$651 - $1,019

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/18

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 10/23

1 stop23h 40m

$651

Shanghai Pu DongSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/6

1 stop24h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

1 stop18h 25m

$933

Guangzhou BaiyunSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 6/21

1 stop21h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 9/11

1 stop31h 55m

$936

Shanghai Pu DongSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/11

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 10/31

1 stop25h 05m

$958

WuhanSan Francisco

WUH - SFO

WUHSFO

Wuhan

Mon 10/14

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 11/25

1 stop34h 10m

$960

Guangzhou BaiyunSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 10/5

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 11/28

1 stop32h 25m

$960

Guangzhou BaiyunSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/3

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 11/28

1 stop24h 10m

$998

Shanghai Pu DongSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/5

1 stop23h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

1 stop28h 50m

$1,012

Guangzhou BaiyunSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 8/21

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 9/1

1 stop24h 20m

$1,019

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Deals found on 5/30

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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 May 30, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and China Airlines 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.
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.5
Very good
914 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.4
Very good
573 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.4
Very good
1,500 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.3
Very good
1,467 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,149 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • Can I find flights from China to San Francisco for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from China to San Francisco for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Philippine Airlines for just $651, but on average you can expect to pay $817.

  • Are there nonstop flights from China to San Francisco for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from China to San Francisco under $1,200. A good price for a nonstop flight from China to San Francisco is less than $1,343.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from China to San Francisco for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from China to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

  • What does SHA to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SHA to SFO flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO), Shenzhen Airport (SZX).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your China to San Francisco 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 China to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter China to San Francisco 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from China to San Francisco 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 China to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on China to San Francisco 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 China to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The China to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from China to San Francisco?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from China to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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

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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$660Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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China SouthernCheapest$791Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air ChinaCheapest$958Average$2,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Korean AirCheapest$1,021Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,037Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,079Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ANACheapest$1,083Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,127Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Business Classfrom $3,404/person
Prem Econ Classfrom $1,583/person
Economy Classfrom $687/person

Hourly flight availability from China to San Francisco

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6%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from China to San Francisco become cheaper?

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