Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Beijing?

Hong Kong (HKG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 36m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Beijing?

Flights connecting via Vancouver (YVR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 00m.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Beijing on average per week?

14 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Beijing as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Beijing on average per day?

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Beijing each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 87% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Beijing?

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Air China are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from San Francisco according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Beijing flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Beijing flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Beijing delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between San Francisco and Beijing have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 198 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Beijing?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,010.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Beijing?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 54% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Beijing?

Air Canada and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Beijing

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?

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, October 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 $878. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in October, then you should wait until April to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $903.

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 $1,041. 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 Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,241. 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 in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,144.

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 $1,163 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 $994 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Beijing.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Beijing from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $500. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $890.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing takes 13h 40m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Beijing on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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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 15m.
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?
As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Beijing is Boeing 777 (45.75% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300 (36.64%), Boeing 777-300ER (12.74%), and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (2.36%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Beijing?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Beijing is Cathay Pacific (29% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (23%), Air China (21%), and Asiana Airlines (7%).

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $659	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,080 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
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Korean Air	PriceFrom $777	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,177 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,016 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $856	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,063 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 127 reviews	Search Air China flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,635 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,496 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Beijing
United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing start from $856 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,223 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Air China Flights From San Francisco to Beijing
Air China (7.2/10 from 127 reviews) operates around 7 flights from San Francisco to Beijing in any given week. The average Air China airfare for this route is around $1,136, with deals from around $909 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Francisco to Beijing flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Beijing.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Beijing?

Air Canada and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Beijing

What airlines fly to Beijing?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Beijing delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between San Francisco and Beijing have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 198 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Beijing flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Beijing flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Beijing?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 54% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Beijing?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,010.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Beijing?

Flights connecting via Vancouver (YVR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 00m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Beijing?

Hong Kong (HKG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 36m.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Beijing on average per day?

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Beijing each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 87% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Beijing on average per week?

14 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Beijing as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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