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$390+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Beijing, China (BJS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BJS
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Beijing are usually found in October or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:35 am
SFO
-
PKX
1 stop18h 20m
China Southern
Thu 5/77:30 pm
PKX
-
SFO
1 stop16h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 1/26$732
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1611:35 pm
SFO
-
PKX
2 stops23h 20m
China Southern
Mon 3/165:35 pm
PKX
-
SFO
1 stop18h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$733
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/811:50 pm
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop18h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 3/183:35 pm
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop14h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$734
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/912:00 pm
SFO
-
PKX
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 4/207:45 am
PKX
-
SFO
1 stop16h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$734
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1111:50 pm
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop23h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 3/183:35 pm
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop14h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$735
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:35 am
SFO
-
PKX
1 stop20h 40m
China Southern
Wed 5/137:30 pm
PKX
-
SFO
2 stops40h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$736
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/911:40 am
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop29h 45m
Korean Air
Wed 2/186:55 pm
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop30h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$740
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/211:50 pm
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop22h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 2/810:55 am
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$743
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop20h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 5/47:00 am
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop17h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/26$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1612:00 pm
SFO
-
PKX
1 stop31h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 3/158:30 pm
PKX
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$744
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:30 pm
SFO
-
PEK
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 4/2610:40 am
PEK
-
SFO
1 stop19h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/28$748
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/512:00 pm
SFO
-
PKX
1 stop31h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 2/188:30 pm
PKX
-
SFO
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/28$749

Find flight deals from Salinas to Beijing

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Beijing flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$732
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$390
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$989
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Beijing 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Beijing that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Beijing

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

12:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/29

1:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

$778

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

11:50 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/19

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$778

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/8

6:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

$778

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

12:40 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/24

10:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop14h 50m

$778

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

12:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Beijing Capital

Sat 7/25

1:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 30m

$842

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

12:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/22

6:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 35m

$842

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

9:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops33h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sat 5/16

6:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

$883

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

12:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 45m

Beijing Capital

Thu 7/30

1:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 30m

$892

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

6:30 am-9:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/29

1:30 am-5:14 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$894

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 3/22

8:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

$900

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Beijing

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Beijing

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Beijing. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Beijing may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Beijing?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Beijing (average of $608). Flying from Salinas to Beijing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,032). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

When flying from Salinas to Beijing, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Beijing

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Beijing. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to BJS are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Beijing, such as Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,148 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.1
Very good
501 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Derek,Dec 2025

NRT - ICN

This was a terrible flight. Uncomfortable, incredibly hot in the plane. Will never fly with this airline again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Beijing?

    For as low as $778, Korean Air can have you in Beijing from Salinas in 23h 20m. There are 5895 mi between Salinas and Beijing. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Beijing one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $338. Users have also found prices from $377 and $424 on Cathay Pacific and Asiana Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Beijing?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Beijing? While on average our users pay $2,526, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $403. The most popular route (San Francisco - Beijing Capital), is priced around $709.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Beijing?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Beijing (average of $608). Flying from Salinas to Beijing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,032). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Salinas to Beijing

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$667Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$689Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$703Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$777Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$829Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$905Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,297Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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