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China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 9:50 pmSFO-PEK
17h 50m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$711China Eastern
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 10
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
19h 50m1 stop
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8:30 am - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
16h 30m1 stop
$713China Eastern
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 20
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:00 am - 10:00 amPEK-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$717China Eastern
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Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 2:55 pmSFO-PKX
23h 20m2 stops
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9:30 pm - 7:40 pmPKX-SFO
38h 10m2 stops
$720China Southern
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 14
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 10:15 pmSFO-PEK
18h 35m1 stop
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1:30 am - 9:30 amPEK-SFO
24h 00m1 stop
$724Korean Air
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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 1:10 pmSFO-PKX
21h 35m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 7:40 pmPKX-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
$726China Southern
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 15
Korean Air Logo
11:40 am - 12:40 pmSFO-PEK
33h 00m1 stop
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1:30 am - 9:30 amPEK-SFO
24h 00m1 stop
$727Korean Air
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Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 10:25 pmSFO-PEK
31h 05m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 11:15 amPEK-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$728Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 pm - 10:45 amSFO-PEK
31h 20m1 stop
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3:25 am - 9:45 amPEK-SFO
22h 20m1 stop
$740Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Dec 8
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11:50 pm - 2:10 pmSFO-PEK
22h 20m1 stop
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3:35 pm - 2:00 pmPEK-SFO
14h 25m1 stop
$784Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Dec 12

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Beijing

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Beijing flight tickets
China Eastern
Oct 27
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
17h 50m
1 stop
PEK9:50 pmBeijing Capital
Nov 10
PEK7:00 amBeijing Capital
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$711
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China Eastern
Oct 30
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 50m
1 stop
PEK11:50 pmBeijing Capital
Nov 20
PEK8:30 amBeijing Capital
16h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$713
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China Eastern
Oct 23
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
PEK11:50 pmBeijing Capital
Oct 30
PEK7:00 amBeijing Capital
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$717
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Philippine Airlines flights from San Francisco to Beijing

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Philippine Airlines
Oct 19
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Nov 11
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO7:30 pmSan Francisco
$716
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Philippine Airlines
Mar 18
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
21h 25m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Apr 14
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 20m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
$721
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Philippine Airlines
Mar 20
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
21h 25m
1 stop
PEK11:55 amBeijing Capital
Apr 14
PEK12:55 pmBeijing Capital
22h 20m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
$730
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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 October 13, 2025.
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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

1:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/10

7:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

$711

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Beijing Capital

Thu 11/20

8:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop16h 30m

$713

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

$717

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

11:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 12/14

9:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$720

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

12:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/9

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

$724

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

11:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 12/15

5:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$726

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

11:40 am-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/2

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

$727

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

12:20 am-10:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sun 4/26

7:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop30h 35m

$728

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

12:25 pm-10:45 am

1 stop31h 20m

Beijing Capital

Mon 12/8

3:25 am-9:45 am

1 stop22h 20m

$740

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

11:50 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Beijing Capital

Fri 12/12

3:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$784

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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, September 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 $884. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in September, then you should wait until October to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $905.

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 $1,079. 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 $1,273. 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 $1,209.

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 $1,214 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?

You could potentially save up to 10% 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 October 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights are approximately 23% 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

$423

Fastest flight time

12h 20m

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 $423. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $856.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing takes 12h 20m
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 17h 50m.

  • 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

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
China EasternPriceFrom $629Free CancellationRating
7.2
168 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $661Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,023 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $777Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,148 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
8.4
984 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $856Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,973 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $887Free CancellationRating
8.2
486 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.2
114 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $950Free CancellationRating
8.3
768 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,578 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,281Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,286 reviews
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  • 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 $1,306 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 114 reviews) operates around 9 flights from San Francisco to Beijing in any given week. The average Air China airfare for this route is around $1,375, with deals from around $935 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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