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Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
19h 30m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 10:15 pmPEK-SFO
18h 40m1 stop
$670Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 29
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12:20 am - 5:25 pmSFO-PEK
26h 05m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 5:30 pmPEK-SFO
18h 50m1 stop
$671Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 6:25 pmSFO-PEK
27h 05m1 stop
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12:05 pm - 5:30 pmPEK-SFO
20h 25m1 stop
$680Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
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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
$682Philippine Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 pm - 10:50 amSFO-PEK
20h 40m1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pmPEK-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$686Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Oct 21 - Sun, Dec 21
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10:15 am - 5:15 pmSFO-PEK
40h 00m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 2:30 pmPEK-SFO
39h 00m2 stops
$687
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Tue, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 9
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10:15 am - 5:15 pmSFO-PEK
40h 00m1 stop
Logo
3:30 pm - 8:10 pmPEK-SFO
44h 40m2 stops
$689
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Tue, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 7
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:55 amSFO-PEK
21h 25m1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 7:30 pmPEK-SFO
22h 35m1 stop
$695Philippine Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 21
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 10:15 amSFO-PEK
30h 15m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
31h 00m1 stop
$739China Eastern
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 16
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 9:50 pmSFO-PEK
17h 50m1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:00 amPEK-SFO
29h 30m1 stop
$753China Eastern
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 9

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flight tickets
China Eastern
Sep 22
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
PEK11:50 pmBeijing Capital
Oct 26
PEK2:30 pmBeijing Capital
34h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$690
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China Eastern
Oct 30
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
30h 15m
1 stop
PEK10:15 amBeijing Capital
Nov 16
PEK6:00 pmBeijing Capital
31h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$739
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China Eastern
Oct 30
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
17h 50m
1 stop
PEK9:50 pmBeijing Capital
Nov 9
PEK7:30 pmBeijing Capital
29h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$753
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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
Oct 14
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
19h 30m
1 stop
PEK10:50 amBeijing Capital
Oct 29
PEK6:35 pmBeijing Capital
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
$670
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 1
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
26h 05m
1 stop
PEK5:25 pmBeijing Capital
Oct 23
PEK1:40 pmBeijing Capital
18h 50m
1 stop
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
$671
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 23
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
26h 05m
1 stop
PEK5:25 pmBeijing Capital
Oct 14
PEK10:00 amBeijing Capital
22h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:30 pmSan Francisco
$678
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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 September 16, 2025.
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San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop19h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/29

6:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$670

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

12:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/23

1:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$671

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

12:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 10/21

12:05 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$680

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/5

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$682

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

11:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop20h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sun 12/21

7:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$686

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

10:15 am-5:15 pm

1 stop40h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/9

3:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$687

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

10:15 am-5:15 pm

1 stop40h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 11/7

3:30 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$689

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

10:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 11/21

12:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$695

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/16

6:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

$739

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/9

7:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

$753

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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, September 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 $911. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco during August instead. Flights to Beijing Capital Airport in August, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $1,001.

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 $1,102. The most expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,303.

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 $1,189. 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 $1,222 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 $1,014 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?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flight.

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

As of September 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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Best Price Found

$466

Fastest flight time

12h 20m

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The best one-way flight to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $466. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $834.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport takes 12h 20m
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 17h 50m.

  • 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
China EasternPriceFrom $648Free CancellationRating
7.2
165 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $660Free CancellationRating
7.6
993 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
8.4
961 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $856Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,929 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $887Free CancellationRating
8.2
479 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $931Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,139 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $950Free CancellationRating
8.3
767 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $952Free CancellationRating
7.2
99 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,559 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,281Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 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 $856 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,326 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Air China Flights From San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport

    Across 99 Air China reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.2/10. Air China flies from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport about 9 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $952 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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