Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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 $856. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco during October instead. Flights to Beijing Capital Airport in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $857.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing Capital Airport for around $1,156 when searching weeks 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 $1,039 on momondo.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 18m.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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 $1,035. The most expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,236.

Question 6

What airlines fly to Beijing Capital Airport?

Accepted Answer

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Air China are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing Capital Airport from San Francisco according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing Capital Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Beijing Capital Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

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

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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.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

2 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 87% of flights per day taking off at noon.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,135. 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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Vancouver (YVR) was the most common stop: 62% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Fly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital for the best San Francisco - Beijing Capital flight prices

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Tuesday 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.

Question 16

How often are flights from San Francisco to Beijing delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 21% 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 193 minutes.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

Air Canada is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Beijing Capital

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

16 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Beijing Capital Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing Capital Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,514 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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