How often are flights from China to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between China and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 238 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

As of February 2026, 11 flights take off from China and land in United States each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 50% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to United States?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from China according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from China to United States?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in China you fly out of and what airport in United States you fly into. For example, flying from Shanghai to Los Angeles takes 11h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Beijing to Los Angeles takes 11h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

78 flights are operational weekly from China to United States as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to United States?

Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Asiana Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from China to United States

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to the United States flights?

According to our data, Hainan Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from China to United States were last updated today.

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

There are 14 operators available for flights from China to United States as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to United States?

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 United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

The required travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United States. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from China to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $742. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to United States from China during November instead. Flights to United States in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $789.

What is the cheapest China to United States flight route?

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Best Price Found	$394
Fastest flight time	10h 35m
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The best one-way flight to United States from China in the past 72 hours is $394. The best round-trip flight deal from China to United States found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $715.

The fastest flight from China to United States takes 10h 35m

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How old do you have to be to fly from China to United States?
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 United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The required travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United States. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from China to United States?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from China to United States is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (40.95% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (28.27%), Airbus A350-900 (8.75%), and Boeing 777-300 (7.04%).

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,742 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,236 reviews	Search Delta flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $441	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,179 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 32 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 137 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 139 reviews	Search Air China flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 958 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $635	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $643	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 197 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $672	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 502 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights

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