How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 19h 08m to fly from China to San Diego if you fly out of Shanghai (the most popular airport in China) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of Beijing and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 24h 17m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to San Diego?

Air China, Air Canada, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from China to San Diego

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from China to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to San Diego Airport?

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 China to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:30 pm - 2:52 pm

PVG

SAN

17h 22m1 stop

4:10 pm - 6:55 pm

SAN

PVG

34h 45m2 stops

$853United Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Feb 1

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

15h 49m1 stop

9:55 am - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

62h 05m2 stops

$1,032Air Canada

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

1:30 pm - 12:49 pm

PVG

SAN

15h 19m1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:45 pm

SAN

PVG

32h 45m1 stop

$1,043United Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

8:05 pm - 12:03 pm

PEK

SAN

31h 58m1 stop

6:05 pm - 12:55 am

SAN

PEK

38h 50m2 stops

$1,061Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

12:00 pm - 12:03 pm

PEK

SAN

40h 03m2 stops

6:05 pm - 12:55 am

SAN

PEK

38h 50m2 stops

$1,090Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

10:40 am - 11:57 pm

PEK

SAN

28h 17m2 stops

10:50 am - 2:00 pm

SAN

PEK

36h 10m2 stops

$1,283Asiana Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5

10:40 am - 7:57 pm

PEK

SAN

24h 17m2 stops

6:20 am - 9:30 am

SAN

PEK

36h 10m2 stops

$1,284Asiana Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5

7:55 am - 7:50 pm

CAN

SAN

51h 55m2 stops

9:15 pm - 4:35 pm

SAN

CAN

51h 20m2 stops

$1,388Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2

1:15 pm - 1:33 pm

CAN

SAN

40h 18m2 stops

8:42 pm - 12:05 pm

SAN

CAN

47h 23m2 stops

$1,421Korean Air

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2

12:55 pm - 5:20 pm

CSX

SAN

44h 25m2 stops

8:42 pm - 11:40 am

SAN

CSX

46h 58m2 stops

$1,498Korean Air

Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25

ANA flights from China to San Diego

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ANA

Feb 2

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

20h 19m

2 stops

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

Feb 6

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

22h 07m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

$2,149

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ANA

Feb 20

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 49m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

Mar 11

SAN8:50 pmSan Diego

24h 35m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$3,662

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ANA

Feb 20

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 49m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

Mar 12

SAN8:50 pmSan Diego

24h 35m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$3,697

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Air Canada flights from China to San Diego

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Air Canada

Jan 22

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

15h 49m

1 stop

SAN5:24 pmSan Diego

Jan 26

SAN9:55 amSan Diego

62h 05m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,032

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Air Canada

Jan 25

PEK8:05 pmBeijing Capital

31h 58m

1 stop

SAN12:03 pmSan Diego

Feb 1

SAN6:05 pmSan Diego

32h 15m

1 stop

PEK6:20 pmBeijing Capital

$1,131

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Air Canada

Dec 21

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

15h 49m

1 stop

SAN5:24 pmSan Diego

Dec 21

SAN7:55 pmSan Diego

52h 05m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$5,387

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ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/20

1:30 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop17h 22m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

4:10 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$853

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop15h 49m

San Diego

Mon 1/26

9:55 am-4:00 pm

2 stops62h 05m

$1,032

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

1:30 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop15h 19m

San Diego

Mon 1/26

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,043

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Sun 1/25

8:05 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop31h 58m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:05 pm-12:55 am

2 stops38h 50m

$1,061

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Sun 1/25

12:00 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops40h 03m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:05 pm-12:55 am

2 stops38h 50m

$1,090

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/1

10:40 am-11:57 pm

2 stops28h 17m

San Diego

Sun 4/5

10:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$1,283

BeijingSan Diego

PEK - SAN

PEKSAN

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/1

10:40 am-7:57 pm

2 stops24h 17m

San Diego

Sun 4/5

6:20 am-9:30 am

2 stops36h 10m

$1,284

GuangzhouSan Diego

CAN - SAN

CANSAN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 1/29

7:55 am-7:50 pm

2 stops51h 55m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

9:15 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops51h 20m

$1,388

GuangzhouSan Diego

CAN - SAN

CANSAN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 1/29

1:15 pm-1:33 pm

2 stops40h 18m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

8:42 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops47h 23m

$1,421

ChangshaSan Diego

CSX - SAN

CSXSAN

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Thu 1/22

12:55 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops44h 25m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

8:42 pm-11:40 am

2 stops46h 58m

$1,498

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,308. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,589.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from China to San Diego Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to San Diego Airport?
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 China to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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