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Cheap First Class flights to China

LAX — SHA
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, First
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Cheapest first class flights to China
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to China. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Tue 10/2712:20 am
JFK
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PVG
1 stop20h 50m
British Airways
Sat 11/710:55 am
PVG
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JFK
1 stop24h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 8/1$8,749
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/139:35 am
JFK
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PVG
1 stop34h 20m
British Airways
Thu 11/2610:55 am
PVG
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JFK
1 stop37h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 8/1$9,587
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:30 pm
SFO
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PVG
1 stop45h 25m
British Airways
Sun 11/810:55 am
PVG
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SFO
1 stop47h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 7/31$9,686
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:30 pm
SFO
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PVG
1 stop45h 25m
British Airways
Tue 11/310:55 am
PVG
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SFO
1 stop44h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 7/30$10,180
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/57:30 pm
SFO
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PVG
1 stop45h 25m
British Airways
Tue 11/310:55 am
PVG
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SFO
1 stop44h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 7/29$10,186
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:15 am
SFO
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PVG
2 stops33h 40m
British Airways
Tue 11/310:55 am
PVG
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SFO
1 stop44h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 7/29$10,190

Travel insights for first class flights from USA to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about first class flights from USA to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Frequently asked questions about China first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to First Class tickets for flights to China. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on August 2, 2026.

  • How many premium cabins does Air China have for flights to China?

    Air China has 3 premium cabins on its schedule for flights to China: Prem Economy Class, Business Class and First Class. If you prefer to see more cabin class options, you can try switching up different departure and/or arrival dates.

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