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 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

ANA and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating 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 March 2026, there are 3 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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6:15 am - 10:10 am

SAN

PEK

36h 55m

2 stops

7:00 am - 3:19 pm

PEK

SAN

23h 19m

2 stops

$896China Eastern

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17

6:15 am - 12:05 am

SAN

PKX

26h 50m

2 stops

4:40 pm - 3:19 pm

PKX

SAN

37h 39m

2 stops

$896China Eastern

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

3:35 pm - 3:30 pm

SAN

SHE

32h 55m

2 stops

4:50 pm - 6:54 pm

SHE

SAN

41h 04m

2 stops

$922Korean Air

Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13

11:01 am - 12:45 am

SAN

PVG

22h 44m

2 stops

1:50 am - 8:03 pm

PVG

SAN

33h 13m

2 stops

$929ANA

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, May 5

8:37 pm - 12:45 am

SAN

PVG

37h 08m

2 stops

8:25 am - 8:03 pm

PVG

SAN

26h 38m

2 stops

$934ANA

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6

6:15 am - 9:40 am

SAN

PEK

36h 25m

2 stops

10:40 am - 6:41 pm

PEK

SAN

23h 01m

2 stops

$934Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, May 7

7:00 am - 9:30 pm

SAN

PEK

23h 30m

2 stops

1:30 am - 6:54 pm

PEK

SAN

32h 24m

2 stops

$972Korean Air

Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 27

7:31 pm - 5:00 pm

SAN

PVG

30h 29m

1 stop

10:10 am - 11:49 pm

PVG

SAN

28h 39m

2 stops

$985Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 8

11:01 am - 1:50 pm

SAN

SHA

35h 49m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 4:05 pm

SHA

SAN

32h 35m

2 stops

$1,360Air China

Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, May 1

11:01 am - 10:00 am

SAN

SHA

31h 59m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 4:05 pm

SHA

SAN

32h 35m

2 stops

$1,374Air China

Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, May 1

Air China flights from San Diego to China

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Air China

Apr 10

SAN11:01 amSan Diego

35h 49m

2 stops

SHA1:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 1

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 35m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$1,360

Air China

Apr 10

SAN11:01 amSan Diego

31h 59m

2 stops

SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 1

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 35m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$1,374

Air China

Apr 10

SAN11:01 amSan Diego

31h 59m

2 stops

SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 1

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 35m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$1,420

Asiana Airlines flights from San Diego to China

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Asiana Airlines

Jun 1

SAN8:32 pmSan Diego

23h 43m

2 stops

CAN11:15 amGuangzhou Baiyun

Aug 1

CAN12:25 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

46h 26m

2 stops

SAN7:51 pmSan Diego

$1,993

Asiana Airlines

Jun 7

SAN8:04 pmSan Diego

22h 41m

2 stops

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jul 6

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 56m

2 stops

SAN7:51 pmSan Diego

$2,109

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Tue 9/8

6:15 am-10:10 am

2 stops36h 55m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/17

7:00 am-3:19 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$896

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SANPKX

San Diego

Tue 9/8

6:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 9/16

4:40 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops37h 39m

$896

San DiegoShenyang

SAN - SHE

SANSHE

San Diego

Wed 9/9

3:35 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shenyang

Sun 9/13

4:50 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$922

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 4/21

11:01 am-12:45 am

2 stops22h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

1:50 am-8:03 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$929

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 4/20

8:37 pm-12:45 am

2 stops37h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/6

8:25 am-8:03 pm

2 stops26h 38m

$934

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Wed 4/15

6:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops36h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/7

10:40 am-6:41 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$934

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SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Sat 9/19

7:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/27

1:30 am-6:54 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$972

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 8/21

7:31 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop30h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/8

10:10 am-11:49 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$985

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Fri 4/10

11:01 am-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 49m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/1

10:30 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$1,360

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Fri 4/10

11:01 am-10:00 am

2 stops31h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/1

10:30 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$1,374

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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 March 2026, there are 3 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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Delta	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,353 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,853 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,009	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 144 reviews	Search Air China flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,500 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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