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

China Eastern, Air Canada, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to China

What airlines fly to China?

China Airlines, United Airlines and Air China 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 48% 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 August 2026, there is 1 operator 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.

$451 Cheap Flights from San Diego to China in 2026

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9:05 am - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

21h 00m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

10:10 am - 5:13 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

22h 03m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$917Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

6:15 am - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

23h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:15 am - 5:52 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-SAN San Diego

22h 37m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$920Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

6:15 am - 9:30 pmSAN San Diego-PEK Beijing Capital

24h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 11:59 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SAN San Diego

37h 29m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$922Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25

3:45 pm - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

29h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 5:59 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SAN San Diego

43h 19m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$923Korean Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

3:50 pm - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

29h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 3:10 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SAN San Diego

40h 30m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$923Korean Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

3:50 pm - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

29h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 7:14 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SAN San Diego

20h 34m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$923Korean Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

7:00 am - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

38h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 3:01 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SAN San Diego

40h 21m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$923Korean Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

3:50 pm - 12:30 pmSAN San Diego-XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

29h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl

1:40 pm - 7:14 pmXMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl-SAN San Diego

20h 34m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$923Korean Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19

7:15 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 6:35 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

21h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$1,179United Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10

7:43 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 42m1 stop San Francisco

12:10 pm - 3:54 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

18h 44m1 stop San Francisco

$1,179United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

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9:30 pm - 10:45 amSAN San Diego-PEK Beijing Capital

22h 15m2 stops San Francisco Hong Kong Intl

7:40 pm - 8:48 amPEK Beijing Capital-SAN San Diego

28h 08m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco

$934Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

7:03 am - 8:10 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

22h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

11:20 am - 2:36 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

19h 16m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,122Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Jan 16

5:00 pm - 11:05 amSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Hong Kong Intl

5:35 pm - 5:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

16h 24m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$1,164Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Jan 16

10:00 am - 12:00 pmSAN San Diego-PEK Beijing Capital

35h 00m2 stops San Francisco Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 9:11 amPEK Beijing Capital-SAN San Diego

33h 01m3 stops Tokyo Haneda San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,212Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

3:43 pm - 12:05 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 22m2 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 11:16 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

30h 11m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,228Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

6:28 pm - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 57m1 stop San Francisco

8:55 pm - 9:55 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

29h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,240Air China

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Jan 16

9:05 am - 6:15 pmSAN San Diego-PEK Beijing Capital

18h 10m1 stop San Francisco

7:40 pm - 2:50 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SAN San Diego

34h 10m2 stops Hong Kong Intl San Francisco

$1,302Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

2:24 pm - 12:15 pmSAN San Diego-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 51m2 stops Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda

1:40 pm - 5:29 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 49m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,341ANA

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Jan 16

6:15 am - 5:15 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:15 am - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

45h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,349Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

6:15 am - 5:15 pmSAN San Diego-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:55 am - 2:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-SAN San Diego

44h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

$1,355Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 28

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ANA flights from San Diego to China

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ANA

Sep 1

SAN7:15 amSan Diego

38h 00m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 9

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 27m

2 stops

SAN8:02 pmSan Diego

$975

ANA

Sep 1

SAN5:00 pmSan Diego

40h 45m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 9

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 37m

2 stops

SAN8:02 pmSan Diego

$986

ANA

Jan 13

SAN11:00 amSan Diego

22h 15m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 27

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

24h 59m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$1,019

Air China flights from San Diego to China

Our best Air China deals on San Diego to China flight tickets

Air China

Nov 5

SAN4:45 pmSan Diego

25h 40m

2 stops

TAO10:25 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl

Dec 5

TAO8:55 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl

36h 34m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$1,124

Air China

Nov 5

SAN4:45 pmSan Diego

25h 40m

2 stops

TAO10:25 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl

Dec 2

TAO7:55 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl

21h 49m

2 stops

SAN1:44 pmSan Diego

$1,139

Air China

Nov 5

SAN2:30 pmSan Diego

27h 55m

2 stops

TAO10:25 amQingdao Jiaodong Intl

Dec 4

TAO8:55 pmQingdao Jiaodong Intl

32h 49m

2 stops

SAN1:44 pmSan Diego

$1,189

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San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN San Diego - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

SANCAN

San Diego

Thu 9/24

9:05 am-9:05 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 10/1

10:10 am-5:13 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$917

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN San Diego - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

SANCAN

San Diego

Tue 10/20

6:15 am-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 10/27

10:15 am-5:52 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$920

San DiegoBeijing

SAN San Diego - PEK Beijing Capital

SANPEK

San Diego

Mon 10/12

6:15 am-9:30 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/25

1:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 29m

$922

San DiegoXiamen

SAN San Diego - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

SANXMN

San Diego

Thu 9/10

3:45 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 9/14

1:40 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops43h 19m

$923

San DiegoXiamen

SAN San Diego - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

SANXMN

San Diego

Tue 10/13

3:50 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Wed 10/21

1:40 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$923

San DiegoXiamen

SAN San Diego - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

SANXMN

San Diego

Tue 10/13

3:50 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Tue 10/20

1:40 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops20h 34m

$923

San DiegoXiamen

SAN San Diego - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

SANXMN

San Diego

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 9/14

1:40 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops40h 21m

$923

San DiegoXiamen

SAN San Diego - XMN Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

SANXMN

San Diego

Tue 10/13

3:50 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 10/19

1:40 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops20h 34m

$923

San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 9/6

7:15 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

12:10 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,179

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San DiegoShanghai

SAN San Diego - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SANPVG

San Diego

Tue 9/22

7:43 am-5:25 pm

1 stop18h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/29

12:10 pm-3:54 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$1,179

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, February 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 $834. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to China from San Diego during January instead. Flights to China in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,003.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to China flight.

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Best Price Found	$451
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to China from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $451. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $917.

The fastest flight from San Diego to China takes 16h 55m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 August 2026, there is 1 operator 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Diego to China with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $1,009	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 161 reviews		Search Air China flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,076	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,124 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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