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

Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to China

What airlines fly to China?

China Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from San Diego according to our data. China Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to China?

As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to China.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport 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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3:35 pm - 12:25 pm

SAN

PVG

29h 50m

2 stops

8:50 am - 5:59 pm

PVG

SAN

24h 09m

2 stops

$961Korean Air

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 30

7:00 am - 8:10 pm

SAN

PVG

22h 10m

2 stops

11:20 am - 2:36 pm

PVG

SAN

19h 16m

2 stops

$1,021Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

7:31 pm - 5:00 pm

SAN

PVG

30h 29m

1 stop

2:55 pm - 7:02 pm

PVG

SAN

19h 07m

2 stops

$1,038Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

9:05 am - 11:55 pm

SAN

PVG

23h 50m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 8:48 am

PVG

SAN

34h 28m

2 stops

$1,075Cathay Pacific

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

11:11 am - 10:45 am

SAN

PEK

32h 34m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 11:16 am

PEK

SAN

31h 36m

2 stops

$1,147Cathay Pacific

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

11:11 am - 3:00 pm

SAN

PKX

36h 49m

2 stops

1:45 am - 7:02 pm

PKX

SAN

32h 17m

2 stops

$1,263Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

7:15 am - 11:20 am

SAN

SHA

37h 05m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 5:10 pm

SHA

SAN

43h 25m

2 stops

$1,266Japan Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29

9:05 am - 3:00 pm

SAN

PKX

38h 55m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 7:02 pm

PKX

SAN

39h 22m

2 stops

$1,270Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

9:30 am - 10:40 pm

SAN

SHA

22h 10m

2 stops

8:55 am - 1:44 pm

SHA

SAN

20h 49m

2 stops

$1,353Air China

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

9:30 am - 10:40 pm

SAN

SHA

22h 10m

2 stops

7:45 am - 1:44 pm

SHA

SAN

21h 59m

2 stops

$1,364Air China

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

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Japan Airlines flights from San Diego to China

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Japan Airlines

Sep 1

SAN7:15 amSan Diego

37h 05m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 29

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 25m

2 stops

SAN5:10 pmSan Diego

$1,266

Japan Airlines

Oct 13

SAN1:00 pmSan Diego

34h 00m

1 stop

PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 17

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

1 stop

SAN9:45 amSan Diego

$1,312

Japan Airlines

Oct 13

SAN1:00 pmSan Diego

34h 00m

1 stop

PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 17

PVG8:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

40h 49m

2 stops

SAN9:44 amSan Diego

$1,318

Asiana Airlines flights from San Diego to China

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Asiana Airlines

Aug 15

SAN5:00 pmSan Diego

49h 45m

2 stops

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 5

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 40m

2 stops

SAN11:35 amSan Diego

$1,341

Asiana Airlines

Apr 27

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

24h 08m

2 stops

PVG11:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

May 16

PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

25h 49m

2 stops

SAN11:59 pmSan Diego

$1,445

Asiana Airlines

May 5

SAN10:55 amSan Diego

31h 50m

2 stops

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 9

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 56m

2 stops

SAN7:51 pmSan Diego

$1,565

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SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 10/19

3:35 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

8:50 am-5:59 pm

2 stops24h 09m

$961

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Wed 10/21

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

11:20 am-2:36 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$1,021

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 9/4

7:31 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop30h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

2:55 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$1,038

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 9/14

9:05 am-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/21

1:20 pm-8:48 am

2 stops34h 28m

$1,075

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Wed 9/16

11:11 am-10:45 am

2 stops32h 34m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/23

6:40 pm-11:16 am

2 stops31h 36m

$1,147

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

Tue 9/8

11:11 am-3:00 pm

2 stops36h 49m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 9/16

1:45 am-7:02 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$1,263

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Tue 9/1

7:15 am-11:20 am

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/29

12:45 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$1,266

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

Thu 9/3

9:05 am-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 9/16

6:40 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops39h 22m

$1,270

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Wed 10/21

9:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

8:55 am-1:44 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$1,353

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Wed 10/21

9:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

7:45 am-1:44 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$1,364

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to China?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to China are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to China?
As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to China?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to China

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Delta	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,450 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,093	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,643 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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