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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Beijing from $351

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12:05 am - 12:25 pmSFO-PEK
21h 20m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 10:55 pmPEK-SFO
19h 15m1 stop
$642Cathay Pacific
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mié., sep. 3 - dom., sep. 14
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12:05 am - 3:25 pmSFO-PEK
24h 20m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 5:30 pmPEK-SFO
18h 50m1 stop
$649Cathay Pacific
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mié., sep. 10 - lun., sep. 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 am - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
18h 45m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 10:55 pmPEK-SFO
18h 15m1 stop
$664Cathay Pacific
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dom., ago. 17 - lun., sep. 1
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12:20 am - 6:25 pmSFO-PEK
27h 05m1 stop
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7:30 am - 4:20 pmPEK-SFO
24h 50m1 stop
$667Cathay Pacific
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mar., oct. 21 - mar., nov. 25
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 2:55 pmSFO-PKX
23h 20m1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:30 pm - 8:30 pmPKX-SFO
42h 00m2 stops
$680China Southern
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mar., sep. 2 - dom., sep. 21
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-PEK
34h 00m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:05 amPEK-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
$682China Eastern
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jue., jul. 31 - jue., ago. 28
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-PKX
21h 05m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:45 am - 9:05 amPKX-SFO
16h 20m1 stop
$682China Eastern
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jue., jul. 31 - jue., ago. 28
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 12:15 pmSFO-PKX
20h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
7:50 am - 8:30 pmPKX-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$685China Southern
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mar., ago. 12 - lun., sep. 8
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11:30 pm - 9:25 amSFO-PEK
17h 55m1 stop
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1:30 am - 3:00 pmPEK-SFO
29h 30m1 stop
$747
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mar., nov. 11 - mié., nov. 26
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12:35 am - 11:10 pmSFO-PKX
31h 35m2 stops
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8:30 am - 5:00 pmPKX-SFO
24h 30m1 stop
$754
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lun., sep. 15 - jue., nov. 20

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Beijing

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Beijing flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 3
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
PEK12:25 pmBeijing Capital
Sep 14
PEK6:40 pmBeijing Capital
19h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
$642
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 10
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
24h 20m
1 stop
PEK3:25 pmBeijing Capital
Sep 29
PEK1:40 pmBeijing Capital
18h 50m
1 stop
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
$649
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 17
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
18h 45m
1 stop
PEK10:50 amBeijing Capital
Sep 1
PEK7:40 pmBeijing Capital
18h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
$664
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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Beijing

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Beijing flight tickets
China Eastern
Jul 31
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
34h 00m
1 stop
PEK1:00 pmBeijing Capital
Aug 28
PEK7:00 amBeijing Capital
17h 05m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$682
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China Eastern
Aug 30
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
PEK11:50 pmBeijing Capital
Sep 4
PEK7:00 amBeijing Capital
17h 05m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$713
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China Eastern
Aug 18
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
34h 25m
1 stop
PKX1:25 pmBeijing Daxing Intl
Sep 1
PKX7:45 amBeijing Daxing Intl
16h 20m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$726
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $924. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in April, then you should wait until January to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,066.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Beijing from San Francisco is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,125. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,384. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Beijing.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Beijing when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,104. Flying to Beijing in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,270.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Beijing flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Beijing?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing from San Francisco when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing for around $1,283 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing from San Francisco for as low as $1,088 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Beijing flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Beijing flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Beijing flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Beijing flight.

How have San Francisco to Beijing flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights are approximately 53% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Beijing

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Beijing according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$351

Fastest flight time

13h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Beijing

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Beijing from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $351. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $642.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing takes 13h 45m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Beijing every day.
There are 2 airports near Beijing: Beijing Capital (PEK), Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Beijing by plane?

    San Francisco and Beijing are 5900.4 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Beijing.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Beijing. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Beijing?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Beijing with momondo
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Rating
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China SouthernPriceFrom $685Free CancellationRating
7.6
103 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $740Free CancellationRating
7.6
933 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $752Free CancellationRating
7.2
151 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $770Free CancellationRating
8.4
902 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
8.2
455 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,214 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $950Free CancellationRating
8.3
744 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $962Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,109 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $1,009Free CancellationRating
7.2
89 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,084Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Beijing

    United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing start from $1,084 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,372 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Beijing with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from San Francisco to Beijing on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Beijing?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Beijing from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Beijing

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 27.4 mi from Beijing
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