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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 4 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, China Eastern, and Cathay Pacific 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 January 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 - 12:50 am

SAN

CAN

27h 35m

2 stops

7:30 am - 3:19 pm

CAN

SAN

22h 49m

2 stops

$770China Eastern

Tue, Apr 28 - Fri, May 8

6:20 am - 9:50 pm

SAN

PEK

24h 30m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:54 pm

PEK

SAN

22h 54m

2 stops

$797China Eastern

Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 31

6:20 am - 11:25 am

SAN

PKX

38h 05m

2 stops

7:45 pm - 2:54 pm

PKX

SAN

34h 09m

2 stops

$797China Eastern

Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 31

6:05 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

29h 55m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

15h 49m

1 stop

$954Air Canada

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 15

11:03 am - 10:15 am

SAN

PVG

32h 12m

2 stops

9:10 pm - 11:40 pm

PVG

SAN

41h 30m

2 stops

$960Air China

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

11:03 am - 9:55 am

SAN

SHA

31h 52m

2 stops

8:30 pm - 11:40 pm

SHA

SAN

42h 10m

2 stops

$960Air China

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

7:52 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

28h 08m

2 stops

5:35 pm - 12:03 pm

PVG

SAN

34h 28m

1 stop

$962Air Canada

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 15

11:00 am - 3:50 pm

SAN

PVG

36h 50m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

PVG

SAN

16h 00m

1 stop

$1,010Delta

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

8:37 pm - 8:45 pm

SAN

CTU

32h 08m

2 stops

2:35 pm - 11:42 pm

CTU

SAN

25h 07m

2 stops

$2,481United Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

9:55 am - 12:55 am

SAN

CTU

23h 00m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 6:44 pm

CTU

SAN

21h 59m

2 stops

$3,056United Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

Cathay Pacific flights from San Diego to China

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 18

SAN3:58 pmSan Diego

28h 37m

2 stops

PVG11:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

May 27

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 45m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$982

Cathay Pacific

Feb 9

SAN5:17 pmSan Diego

49h 23m

2 stops

CKG10:40 amChongqing Jiangbei Intl

Feb 16

CKG11:55 amChongqing Jiangbei Intl

37h 54m

2 stops

SAN9:49 amSan Diego

$996

Cathay Pacific

Jan 22

SAN5:17 pmSan Diego

27h 03m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 55m

2 stops

SAN1:25 pmSan Diego

$1,024

Air China flights from San Diego to China

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Air China

Mar 9

SAN11:03 amSan Diego

31h 52m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 18

SHA8:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$960

Air China

Jan 15

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

32h 17m

2 stops

CAN11:25 amGuangzhou Baiyun

Feb 2

CAN4:45 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

22h 57m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$971

Air China

Jan 15

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

32h 17m

2 stops

CAN11:25 amGuangzhou Baiyun

Feb 3

CAN8:40 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

34h 12m

2 stops

SAN2:52 pmSan Diego

$978

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6:15 am-12:50 am

2 stops27h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 5/8

7:30 am-3:19 pm

2 stops22h 49m

$770

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SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Wed 3/11

6:20 am-9:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-2:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$797

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

Wed 3/11

6:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 3/31

7:45 pm-2:54 pm

2 stops34h 09m

$797

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SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 1/31

6:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/15

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$954

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SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Mon 3/9

11:03 am-10:15 am

2 stops32h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

9:10 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$960

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SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 3/9

11:03 am-9:55 am

2 stops31h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/18

8:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$960

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 1/31

7:52 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops28h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/15

5:35 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop34h 28m

$962

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SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 1/30

11:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/6

6:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$1,010

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SAN - CTU

SANCTU

San Diego

Thu 1/22

8:37 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Chengdu

Mon 1/26

2:35 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops25h 07m

$2,481

San DiegoChengdu

SAN - CTU

SANCTU

San Diego

Thu 1/22

9:55 am-12:55 am

2 stops23h 00m

Chengdu

Mon 1/26

12:45 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$3,056

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,085. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to China from San Diego during September instead. Flights to China in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,094.

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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 January 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to China

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,618 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,039 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,152 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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