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1:40 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
30h 10m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 5:30 pmPEK-SFO
18h 50m1 stop
$651Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 22
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1:40 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
30h 10m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 10:40 pmPEK-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$652Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 20
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11:55 pm - 11:55 amSFO-PEK
21h 00m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 8:50 pmPEK-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$655Philippine Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Sun, Oct 19
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11:55 pm - 11:55 amSFO-PEK
21h 00m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 8:50 pmPEK-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$656Philippine Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Sun, Oct 19
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12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:05 amPEK-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
$671China Eastern
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 13
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-PKX
21h 05m1 stop
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7:45 pm - 9:05 amPKX-SFO
28h 20m1 stop
$671China Eastern
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Oct 15
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:55 pmSFO-PKX
27h 20m2 stops
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7:30 am - 7:40 pmPKX-SFO
28h 10m2 stops
$679China Southern
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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 17
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 10:05 amSFO-PKX
18h 30m1 stop
China Southern Logo
2:00 pm - 8:30 pmPKX-SFO
21h 30m2 stops
$680China Southern
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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Oct 6
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12:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-PKX
21h 05m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 8:30 pmPKX-SFO
21h 00m2 stops
$708
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Oct 20
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12:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-PKX
21h 05m1 stop
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7:50 am - 8:30 pmPKX-SFO
27h 40m1 stop
$748
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Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 25

Philippine Airlines flights from San Francisco to Beijing

Our best Philippine Airlines deals on San Francisco to Beijing flight tickets
Philippine Airlines
Sep 21
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Oct 19
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 55m
1 stop
SFO8:50 pmSan Francisco
$655
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Philippine Airlines
Sep 21
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Oct 19
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 55m
1 stop
SFO8:50 pmSan Francisco
$656
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Philippine Airlines
Sep 5
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Sep 14
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 55m
1 stop
SFO8:50 pmSan Francisco
$684
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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Beijing

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Cathay Pacific
Sep 8
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
PEK10:50 amBeijing Capital
Sep 22
PEK1:40 pmBeijing Capital
18h 50m
1 stop
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
$651
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 9
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
PEK10:50 amBeijing Capital
Sep 23
PEK4:40 pmBeijing Capital
21h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$652
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 9
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
PEK10:50 amBeijing Capital
Oct 6
PEK7:40 pmBeijing Capital
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2025.
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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

1:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 10m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/22

1:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$651

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

1:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 10m

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/20

7:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$652

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/19

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$655

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/19

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$656

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

$671

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 10/15

7:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 20m

$671

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 11/17

7:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$679

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:35 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 10/6

2:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$680

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 10/20

2:30 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$708

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 9/25

7:50 am-8:30 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$748

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Beijing

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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 $923. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in April, then you should wait until August to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $984.

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 $1,113. 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 $1,313. 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 $1,234.

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 $1,249 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 $1,021 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 6% 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 August 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights are approximately 41% 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

$466

Fastest flight time

13h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Beijing

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Beijing from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $466. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $853.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing takes 13h 50m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Beijing every day.
There is 1 airport near Beijing: Beijing Capital (PEK)
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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 18h 30m.

  • 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.

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  • 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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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
Free Cancellation
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China EasternPriceFrom $648Free CancellationRating
7.2
164 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $670Free CancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $685Free CancellationRating
7.5
109 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
8.4
943 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $887Free CancellationRating
8.2
477 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $900Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $931Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,133 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $950Free CancellationRating
8.3
765 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $974Free CancellationRating
7.3
95 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,553 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Beijing

    United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing start from $900 round-trip. Over the 5 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,327 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Air China Flights From San Francisco to Beijing

    Air China (7.3/10 from 95 reviews) operates around 7 flights from San Francisco to Beijing in any given week. The average Air China airfare for this route is around $1,330, with deals from around $974 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing?

Finding the right flight to Beijing from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Beijing quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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?

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