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

Air China, Cathay Pacific, and Japan Airlines 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 40% 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 November 2025, 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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8:23 am - 12:20 amSAN-PEK

23h 57m2 stops

3:35 pm - 6:44 pmPEK-SAN

19h 09m2 stops

$773Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26

11:03 am - 2:10 pmSAN-PEK

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12:25 pm - 9:17 amPEK-SAN

35h 52m2 stops

$817Multiple Airlines

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5:12 pm - 12:30 pmSAN-PVG

27h 18m2 stops

2:45 pm - 8:18 amPVG-SAN

32h 33m2 stops

$913Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

7:20 am - 11:25 amSAN-SZX

37h 05m2 stops

12:40 pm - 8:44 pmSZX-SAN

23h 04m2 stops

$915Korean Air

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Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 25

6:20 am - 9:45 amSAN-TAO

35h 25m2 stops

2:55 pm - 6:12 pmTAO-SAN

43h 17m2 stops

$921Korean Air

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Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

8:00 am - 11:55 pmSAN-PVG

24h 55m2 stops

7:10 am - 4:09 pmPVG-SAN

23h 59m2 stops

$928Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

11:03 am - 9:55 amSAN-SHA

30h 52m2 stops

5:30 pm - 11:40 pmSHA-SAN

21h 10m2 stops

$942Air China

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Fri, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 12

10:50 am - 10:00 amSAN-SHA

32h 10m2 stops

8:25 pm - 11:57 pmSHA-SAN

42h 32m2 stops

$953Air China

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Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 16

6:30 am - 10:15 pmSAN-PKX

23h 45m2 stops

7:30 am - 3:04 pmPKX-SAN

23h 34m2 stops

$1,049China Eastern

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Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26

6:35 am - 10:15 pmSAN-PKX

23h 40m2 stops

7:30 am - 1:33 pmPKX-SAN

22h 03m2 stops

$1,065China Eastern

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Air China flights from San Diego to China

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Air China

Nov 27

SAN11:02 amSan Diego

30h 53m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 8

SHA12:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 12m

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SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

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Air China

Nov 27

SAN11:02 amSan Diego

31h 13m

2 stops

PVG10:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 8

PVG8:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

43h 02m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

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Air China

Mar 6

SAN11:03 amSan Diego

30h 52m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 12

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

2 stops

SAN11:40 pmSan Diego

$942

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 5

SAN5:12 pmSan Diego

27h 18m

2 stops

PVG12:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 11

PVG2:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

32h 33m

2 stops

SAN8:18 amSan Diego

$913

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 17

SAN5:12 pmSan Diego

28h 08m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 24

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 19m

2 stops

SAN9:54 pmSan Diego

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Mar 3

SAN5:12 pmSan Diego

27h 08m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 10

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 55m

2 stops

SAN4:30 pmSan Diego

$934

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2 stops23h 57m

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3:35 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$773

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SANPEK

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11:03 am-2:10 pm

2 stops36h 07m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/16

12:25 pm-9:17 am

2 stops35h 52m

$817

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SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Thu 3/5

5:12 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops27h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

2:45 pm-8:18 am

2 stops32h 33m

$913

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SAN - SZX

SANSZX

San Diego

Wed 3/11

7:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops37h 05m

Shenzhen

Wed 3/25

12:40 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$915

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SANTAO

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6:20 am-9:45 am

2 stops35h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 3/8

2:55 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops43h 17m

$921

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SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 3/17

8:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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7:10 am-4:09 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$928

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Fri 3/6

11:03 am-9:55 am

2 stops30h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/12

5:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$942

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SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Mon 4/6

10:50 am-10:00 am

2 stops32h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/16

8:25 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops42h 32m

$953

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SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

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6:30 am-10:15 pm

2 stops23h 45m

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Mon 1/26

7:30 am-3:04 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$1,049

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SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

Wed 1/21

6:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 1/27

7:30 am-1:33 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$1,065

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to China

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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.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,375. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Friday is $1,990.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Diego to China flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to China in the afternoon for as low as $1,397. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,674 on average. Flights to China from San Diego in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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The fastest flight from San Diego to China takes 20h 30m

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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 November 2025, 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,476 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,998 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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