How many flights depart from California to China on average per week?

As of July 2025, 67 flights take off from California and land in China each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to China?

China Southern, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from California according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 12h 50m and 13h 30m, respectively.

How many flights depart from California to China on average per day?

As of July 2025, 9 flights take off from California and land in China each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 56% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to China?

Air China, China Eastern, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to China?

Prices for flights from California to China are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to China?

The number of operators available for flights from California to China is 17 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to China?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from California to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $929. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to China from California during March instead. Flights to China in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $1,016.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $853. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Saturday is $1,070.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to China flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to China in the evening for as low as $824. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,461 on average. Flights to China from California in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to China flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,102 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from California for as low as $988 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to China flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to China flight.

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Best Price Found	$333
Fastest flight time	14h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	5 airports

The best one-way flight to China from California in the past 72 hours is $333. The best round-trip flight deal from California to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $581.

The fastest flight from California to China takes 14h 00m

Direct flights go from California to China every day.

There are 5 airports near China: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Beijing Capital (PEK), Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to China?
Prices for flights from California to China are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to China?
The number of operators available for flights from California to China is 17 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to China?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to China?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to China is Boeing 777-300ER (52.72% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (21.27%), Boeing 777 (10.99%), and Airbus A350-900 (5.50%).

Best airlines flying from California to China

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Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 14 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $602	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 754 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $614	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 158 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $636	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 93 reviews	Search Air China flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $675	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,536 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $685	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 104 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $705	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 949 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $713	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 894 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $724	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

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It is quick and easy to find California to China flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to China that suits you.

Can I find flights from California to China with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from California to China with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to China?

Once you have performed a search for California to China flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to China right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to China

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

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What is the cheapest California to China flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on California to China flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to China flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to China?

Air China, China Eastern, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to China

What airlines fly to China?

How many flights depart from California to China on average per day?

As of July 2025, 9 flights take off from California and land in China each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 56% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to China on average per week?

As of July 2025, 67 flights take off from California and land in China each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from California to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 12h 50m and 13h 30m, respectively.

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Best airlines flying from California to China

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to China?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from California to China right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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