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China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-PEK
34h 00m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
34h 30m1 stop
$601China Eastern
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Thu, Sep 25 - Fri, Nov 21
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
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11:30 am - 9:05 amPEK-SFO
36h 35m1 stop
$604China Eastern
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Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 10:00 amPEK-SFO
28h 00m1 stop
$615China Eastern
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Oct 26
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 9:05 amPEK-SFO
27h 05m1 stop
$624China Eastern
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Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Oct 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-PEK
20h 50m1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
18h 00m1 stop
$649China Eastern
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Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Nov 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:05 am - 12:25 pmSFO-PEK
21h 20m1 stop
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7:25 am - 11:30 amPEK-SFO
19h 05m1 stop
$653Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Sep 4
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12:05 am - 6:25 pmSFO-PEK
27h 20m1 stop
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4:40 pm - 10:55 pmPEK-SFO
21h 15m1 stop
$656Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 20
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 6:25 pmSFO-PEK
27h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:30 am - 10:45 amPEK-SFO
18h 15m1 stop
$658Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 30
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 1:15 pmSFO-PEK
34h 15m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
7:30 pm - 9:05 amPEK-SFO
28h 35m1 stop
$660China Eastern
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Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 3
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:05 am - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
19h 45m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 10:55 pmPEK-SFO
18h 15m1 stop
$662Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 3

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Aug 13
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
PEK12:25 pmBeijing Capital
Sep 4
PEK7:25 amBeijing Capital
19h 05m
1 stop
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
$653
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Cathay Pacific
Aug 12
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
27h 20m
1 stop
PEK6:25 pmBeijing Capital
Aug 20
PEK4:40 pmBeijing Capital
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
$656
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 19
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
27h 05m
1 stop
PEK6:25 pmBeijing Capital
Oct 30
PEK7:30 amBeijing Capital
18h 15m
1 stop
SFO10:45 amSan Francisco
$658
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Korean Air flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

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Korean Air
Aug 6
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
18h 05m
1 stop
PEK10:15 pmBeijing Capital
Aug 26
PEK1:30 amBeijing Capital
24h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
$863
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Korean Air
Aug 6
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
18h 05m
1 stop
PEK10:15 pmBeijing Capital
Aug 26
PEK1:30 amBeijing Capital
24h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
$864
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Korean Air
Aug 6
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
18h 05m
1 stop
PEK10:15 pmBeijing Capital
Aug 30
PEK1:30 amBeijing Capital
24h 30m
1 stop
SFO11:00 amSan Francisco
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport 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 July 31, 2025.
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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

12:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 11/21

2:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 30m

$601

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/8

11:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop36h 35m

$604

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/26

9:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$615

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/8

9:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 05m

$624

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/24

7:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

$649

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

12:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/4

7:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop19h 05m

$653

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

12:05 am-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Beijing Capital

Wed 8/20

4:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$656

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

12:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/30

7:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

$658

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

12:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/3

7:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

$660

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

12:05 am-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/3

7:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$662

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing Capital Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,026. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco during April instead. Flights to Beijing Capital Airport in April, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $1,035.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,118. The most expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,349.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,206. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,358 on average. Flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Beijing Capital flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing Capital Airport for around $1,276 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,093 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Beijing Capital 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 Capital Airport flights?

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

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

As of July 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights are approximately 43% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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$338

Fastest flight time

17h 55m

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The best one-way flight to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $338. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $601.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport takes 17h 55m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport every day.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Beijing Capital by plane?

    San Francisco and Beijing Capital are 5885.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 45m.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing Capital Airport 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 Capital Airport. 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 Capital Airport?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport with momondo
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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Cathay PacificPriceFrom $705Free CancellationRating
7.6
949 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $805Free CancellationRating
7.2
158 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
8.4
922 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
8.2
468 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $950Free CancellationRating
8.3
754 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $962Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,121 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $996Free CancellationRating
7.3
93 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,082Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,174Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,536 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,281Free CancellationRating
7.1
9,851 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

    United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport start from $1,082 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,357 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Air China Flights From San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

    Across 93 Air China reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.3/10. Air China flies from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport about 9 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $996 to $1,351. Price data is based on momondo 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?

It is quick and easy to find San Francisco to Beijing flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Beijing that suits you.

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

Yes. All flights to Beijing from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

Once all potential San Francisco to Beijing flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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