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

ANA is the most popular carrier 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 39% 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 December 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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7:45 am - 12:25 pmSAN-SHA

36h 40m2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:29 pmSHA-SAN

43h 49m2 stops

$750ANA

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mar., ene. 27 - mié., feb. 11

10:35 am - 6:45 amSAN-CAN

28h 10m1 stop

3:20 pm - 8:27 amCAN-SAN

33h 07m2 stops

$789Multiple Airlines

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sáb., ene. 24 - sáb., feb. 7

6:15 am - 8:25 pmSAN-PVG

22h 10m2 stops

11:20 am - 1:19 pmPVG-SAN

17h 59m2 stops

$891Korean Air

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mar., ene. 27 - mié., feb. 11

7:25 pm - 9:45 amSAN-TAO

22h 20m2 stops

2:55 pm - 1:52 pmTAO-SAN

38h 57m2 stops

$921Korean Air

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mié., mar. 4 - dom., mar. 8

7:45 am - 3:55 pmSAN-CKG

40h 10m2 stops

9:15 pm - 11:42 pmCKG-SAN

42h 27m2 stops

$924Air China

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mié., ene. 21 - dom., ene. 25

8:00 am - 12:20 pmSAN-SHA

37h 20m2 stops

10:30 pm - 4:30 pmSHA-SAN

57h 00m2 stops

$935Cathay Pacific

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lun., mar. 9 - dom., mar. 15

7:05 am - 12:05 pmSAN-SHA

38h 00m2 stops

4:50 pm - 11:38 pmSHA-SAN

45h 48m2 stops

$955Cathay Pacific

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mar., abr. 14 - mar., may. 19

7:45 am - 9:50 amSAN-CKG

34h 05m2 stops

9:15 pm - 11:42 pmCKG-SAN

42h 27m2 stops

$999Air China

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mié., ene. 21 - dom., ene. 25

12:40 pm - 4:35 pmSAN-CAN

59h 55m2 stops

11:15 pm - 7:47 pmCAN-SAN

36h 32m2 stops

$1,075Turkish Airlines

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vie., feb. 13 - dom., feb. 22

9:00 pm - 4:35 pmSAN-CAN

51h 35m2 stops

11:15 pm - 7:50 pmCAN-SAN

60h 35m2 stops

$1,101Turkish Airlines

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sáb., ene. 24 - sáb., feb. 7

ANA flights from San Diego to China

Our best ANA deals on San Diego to China flight tickets

ANA

Jan 27

SAN7:45 amSan Diego

36h 40m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 11

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 49m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$750

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ANA

Jan 21

SAN8:37 pmSan Diego

23h 48m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 49m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$835

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ANA

Feb 1

SAN11:08 amSan Diego

41h 27m

2 stops

PEK8:35 pmBeijing Capital

Feb 5

PEK3:15 pmBeijing Capital

37h 34m

2 stops

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

$852

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Cathay Pacific flights from San Diego to China

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 14

SAN7:05 amSan Diego

25h 50m

2 stops

PVG11:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 18

PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

41h 08m

2 stops

SAN4:38 pmSan Diego

$928

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 9

SAN8:00 amSan Diego

37h 20m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 15

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

57h 00m

2 stops

SAN4:30 pmSan Diego

$935

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 14

SAN7:05 amSan Diego

38h 00m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 19

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 48m

2 stops

SAN11:38 pmSan Diego

$955

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

mar. 1/27

7:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 2/11

1:40 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops43h 49m

$750

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

10:35 am-6:45 am

1 stop28h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

sáb. 2/7

3:20 pm-8:27 am

2 stops33h 07m

$789

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

mar. 1/27

6:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/11

11:20 am-1:19 pm

2 stops17h 59m

$891

San DiegoQingdao

SAN - TAO

SANTAO

San Diego

mié. 3/4

7:25 pm-9:45 am

2 stops22h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

dom. 3/8

2:55 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops38h 57m

$921

San DiegoChongqing

SAN - CKG

SANCKG

San Diego

mié. 1/21

7:45 am-3:55 pm

2 stops40h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

dom. 1/25

9:15 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops42h 27m

$924

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

lun. 3/9

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 3/15

10:30 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops57h 00m

$935

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

mar. 4/14

7:05 am-12:05 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 5/19

4:50 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops45h 48m

$955

San DiegoChongqing

SAN - CKG

SANCKG

San Diego

mié. 1/21

7:45 am-9:50 am

2 stops34h 05m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

dom. 1/25

9:15 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops42h 27m

$999

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

vie. 2/13

12:40 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops59h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

dom. 2/22

11:15 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops36h 32m

$1,075

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

sáb. 1/24

9:00 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops51h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

sáb. 2/7

11:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops60h 35m

$1,101

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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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Fastest flight time	19h 10m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to China takes 19h 10m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to China. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to China.

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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 December 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 10,497 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,008 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,064 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to China from San Diego which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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