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Cheap flights from San Francisco to China from $500

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to China departing on 9/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Easily compare round-trip flights from San Francisco to China

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to China by changing tabs
China Southern
Sep 9
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
24h 10m
1 stop
PVG3:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 29
PVG10:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
37h 10m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
May 8
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
17h 30m
1 stop
PVG1:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 20
PVG7:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
34h 45m
1 stop
SFO2:55 pmSan Francisco
China Eastern
May 2
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
NKG11:05 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
May 16
NKG7:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
Philippine Airlines
Sep 10
SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco
23h 40m
1 stop
PVG2:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 29
PVG10:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 55m
1 stop
SFO7:45 pmSan Francisco
Korean Air
Sep 3
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
16h 20m
1 stop
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 31
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO10:25 amSan Francisco
EVA Air
Sep 2
SFO1:25 amSan Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 31
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
14h 30m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to China

If you're looking for one-way flights from San Francisco to China, view some of our deals below provided by China Eastern, China Southern and United Airlines
China Southern
Sep 3
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
PKX1:05 pmBeijing Daxing Intl
Multiple Airlines
May 6
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
53h 30m
2 stops
NKG1:25 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
Vietnam Airlines
Sep 18
SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco
24h 20m
1 stop
CAN2:10 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

Search last-minute flights to China from San Francisco

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from San Francisco to China
Multiple Airlines
May 8
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
30h 00m
2 stops
PVG1:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
May 19
PVG2:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
27h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:55 pmSan Francisco
China Eastern
May 2
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 05m
1 stop
NKG11:05 pmNanjing Lukou Intl
May 16
NKG7:30 amNanjing Lukou Intl
16h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
Philippine Airlines
May 4
SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco
37h 45m
1 stop
CAN4:35 amGuangzhou Baiyun
Jun 22
CAN5:45 amGuangzhou Baiyun
30h 05m
1 stop
SFO8:50 pmSan Francisco
EVA Air
Apr 28
SFO12:50 amSan Francisco
20h 15m
1 stop
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 8
PVG8:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
25h 25m
1 stop
SFO6:30 amSan Francisco
China Airlines
May 5
SFO12:10 amSan Francisco
27h 40m
1 stop
PEK6:50 pmBeijing Capital
May 15
PEK12:30 pmBeijing Capital
22h 25m
1 stop
SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco
Asiana Airlines
May 7
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
24h 30m
1 stop
PVG3:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
May 26
PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
21h 35m
1 stop
SFO3:10 pmSan Francisco

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to China

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to China with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $710Free CancellationRating
8.3
601 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $735Free CancellationRating
7.1
574 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $860Free CancellationRating
7.7
298 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $867Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,290 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $956Free CancellationRating
8.2
964 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $973Free CancellationRating
6.8
502 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,018Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,688 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,052Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,562 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,053Free CancellationRating
8.5
1,192 reviews
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Vietnam AirlinesPriceFrom $1,058Free CancellationRating
7.5
302 reviews
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Japan Airlines flights from San Francisco to China

Our best Japan Airlines deals on San Francisco to China flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Sep 10
SFO12:20 pmSan Francisco
32h 05m
1 stop
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 8
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
SFO9:45 amSan Francisco
Japan Airlines
Apr 30
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 25m
1 stop
SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 9
SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 55m
1 stop
SFO9:45 amSan Francisco

EVA Air flights from San Francisco to China

Our best EVA Air deals on San Francisco to China flight tickets
EVA Air
Sep 2
SFO1:25 amSan Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 31
PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
14h 30m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
EVA Air
Sep 17
SFO1:00 amSan Francisco
24h 35m
1 stop
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 25
SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
SFO6:30 amSan Francisco
EVA Air
Sep 30
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
36h 35m
1 stop
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 7
SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 20m
1 stop
SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

Philippine Airlines. Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to China

What is the cheapest San Francisco to China flight route?

San Francisco - Guangzhou Baiyun. Fly from San Francisco to Guangzhou Baiyun for the best San Francisco - China flight prices

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to China 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 China flights?

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

Cheap San Francisco to China flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to China

Best Price Found

$500

Fastest flight time

13h 30m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in China

8 airports
The best one-way flight to China from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $500. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $865.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to China takes 13h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to China on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines, China Southern and China Eastern.
There are 8 airports near China: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Shenyang (SHE), Chengdu (CTU), Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG), Wuhan (WUH), Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to China are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to China?

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

    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 China.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to China 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 China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to China?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from San Francisco to China. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

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

Flights from San Francisco to China with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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

Once all potential San Francisco to China 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.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to China right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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