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

ANA, China Eastern, and Air Canada 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 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.

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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6:35 am - 12:10 am

SAN

CAN

25h 35m2 stops

9:00 am - 1:48 pm

CAN

SAN

20h 48m2 stops

$788China Eastern

mar., feb. 3 - mar., feb. 10

8:37 pm - 3:20 pm

SAN

SZX

26h 43m2 stops

5:25 pm - 7:54 pm

SZX

SAN

42h 29m2 stops

$828ANA

mié., ene. 21 - lun., feb. 2

7:50 pm - 9:45 am

SAN

TAO

21h 55m2 stops

10:55 am - 1:33 pm

TAO

SAN

18h 38m2 stops

$922Korean Air

jue., ene. 22 - lun., ene. 26

7:55 pm - 11:35 am

SAN

SZX

24h 40m2 stops

12:45 pm - 5:47 pm

SZX

SAN

44h 02m2 stops

$922Korean Air

mié., abr. 22 - lun., may. 4

6:05 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

29h 55m1 stop

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

14h 49m1 stop

$942Air Canada

mié., feb. 18 - mié., mar. 11

11:08 am - 9:55 am

SAN

SHA

30h 47m2 stops

9:30 pm - 11:42 pm

SHA

SAN

42h 12m2 stops

$942Air China

vie., ene. 23 - dom., feb. 1

6:55 pm - 4:00 pm

SAN

PVG

29h 05m2 stops

5:35 pm - 5:24 pm

PVG

SAN

14h 49m1 stop

$947Air Canada

mié., feb. 18 - mié., mar. 11

7:45 am - 9:35 pm

SAN

SHA

21h 50m2 stops

10:30 pm - 11:40 pm

SHA

SAN

40h 10m2 stops

$976Air China

mié., feb. 18 - mié., mar. 11

8:37 pm - 7:45 pm

SAN

CTU

31h 08m2 stops

11:00 am - 8:49 pm

CTU

SAN

25h 49m2 stops

$3,055United Airlines

jue., ene. 22 - lun., ene. 26

7:45 am - 10:25 pm

SAN

CTU

22h 40m2 stops

2:35 pm - 7:54 pm

CTU

SAN

21h 19m2 stops

$3,630United Airlines

jue., ene. 22 - lun., ene. 26

Air China flights from San Diego to China

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Air China

Jan 23

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

30h 47m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 1

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 12m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$942

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Air China

Mar 9

SAN11:03 amSan Diego

32h 02m

2 stops

PVG10:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 18

PVG9:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

41h 30m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$960

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Air China

Feb 18

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

21h 50m

2 stops

SHA9:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 11

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$976

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 14

SAN7:40 amSan Diego

37h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 21

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 38m

2 stops

SAN4:28 pmSan Diego

$982

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Cathay Pacific

May 9

SAN5:52 pmSan Diego

54h 43m

2 stops

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 17

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 45m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$1,045

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 13

SAN5:17 pmSan Diego

27h 03m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 21

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 50m

2 stops

SAN1:25 pmSan Diego

$2,382

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San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

mar. 2/3

6:35 am-12:10 am

2 stops25h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

mar. 2/10

9:00 am-1:48 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$788

San DiegoShenzhen

SAN - SZX

SANSZX

San Diego

mié. 1/21

8:37 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 43m

Shenzhen

lun. 2/2

5:25 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops42h 29m

$828

San DiegoQingdao

SAN - TAO

SANTAO

San Diego

jue. 1/22

7:50 pm-9:45 am

2 stops21h 55m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

lun. 1/26

10:55 am-1:33 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$922

San DiegoShenzhen

SAN - SZX

SANSZX

San Diego

mié. 4/22

7:55 pm-11:35 am

2 stops24h 40m

Shenzhen

lun. 5/4

12:45 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops44h 02m

$922

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mié. 2/18

6:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/11

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop14h 49m

$942

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

vie. 1/23

11:08 am-9:55 am

2 stops30h 47m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 2/1

9:30 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops42h 12m

$942

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mié. 2/18

6:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/11

5:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop14h 49m

$947

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

mié. 2/18

7:45 am-9:35 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 3/11

10:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$976

San DiegoChengdu

SAN - CTU

SANCTU

San Diego

jue. 1/22

8:37 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops31h 08m

Chengdu

lun. 1/26

11:00 am-8:49 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$3,055

San DiegoChengdu

SAN - CTU

SANCTU

San Diego

jue. 1/22

7:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Chengdu

lun. 1/26

2:35 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$3,630

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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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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to China flight.

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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 10,598 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,018 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,134 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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