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$433+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BJS
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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The best prices from San Francisco to Beijing are usually found in April or August, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$903
(oojo)

One-way from

$433
(Kiwi.com)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Beijing?

Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 13% on the overall cost on flights from San Francisco to Beijing.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Beijing, book at least 18 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 14% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,360 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,611.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Beijing?

Flights from San Francisco to Beijing lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Francisco to Beijing in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $946.

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Beijing is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Cheap San Francisco to Beijing flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Beijing specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 26, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Beijing in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
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Thu 8/112:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 12/127:00 amPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/25$985
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/112:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 12/127:30 amPKX - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/25$985
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/2511:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 10mAsiana Airlines
Sat 8/3110:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop20h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$996
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/313:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/36:50 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$998
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/43:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$999
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/2911:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop23h 30mAsiana Airlines
Mon 9/1610:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,001
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/43:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/59:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,002
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/53:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/210:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,003
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/73:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/210:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,005

San Francisco to Beijing 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Beijing in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Beijing in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/1612:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop22h 35mChina Southern
Tue 9/245:30 pmPKX - SFO
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 7/25$902
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/1612:35 amSFO - PKX
2 stops24h 30mChina Southern
Sun 9/296:30 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops40h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 7/25$903
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/253:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1611:40 amPKX - SFO
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$904
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/253:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1610:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 8/2711:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 9/1712:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/25$925
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/273:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1411:40 amPKX - SFO
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$926
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/273:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$938
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/411:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 9/1712:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/25$950
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1612:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop23h 20mChina Southern
Sun 9/229:30 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops37h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 7/25$953

San Francisco to Beijing flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Beijing for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Beijing. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/313:30 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$984
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/112:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop20h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 12/127:00 amPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/25$985
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/112:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 12/127:30 amPKX - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/25$985
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/23:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$991
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/23:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/59:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$994
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/313:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/36:50 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$998
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/43:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$999
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/43:00 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/59:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,002
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 8/43:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,009

One-way flights to Beijing from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Beijing. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Beijing, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/263:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/263:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$439
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/263:00 pmSFO - PKX
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/283:00 pmSFO - PKX
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$464
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/283:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$474
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/253:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$485
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/263:00 pmSFO - PKX
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$501
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/313:30 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$502
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/313:30 pmSFO - PKX
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$507

Find flights from San Francisco to Beijing within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$903 - $1,137

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBeijing Daxing Intl

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 9/16

2 stops24h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 9/29

2 stops40h 45m

$903

San FranciscoBeijing Daxing Intl

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Fri 9/27

2 stops27h 40m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 10/14

1 stop18h 20m

$960

San FranciscoBeijing Daxing Intl

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Thu 9/19

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 11/14

1 stop17h 30m

$962

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

1 stop19h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/31

1 stop20h 00m

$996

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 9/4

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/17

1 stop22h 55m

$1,015

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop18h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/25

1 stop22h 25m

$1,018

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Thu 10/10

1 stop29h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/27

1 stop27h 30m

$1,019

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 10/7

1 stop26h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/5

1 stop17h 05m

$1,045

San FranciscoBeijing Capital

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/25

1 stop30h 00m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/5

1 stop31h 30m

$1,137

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Beijing. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Beijing. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Beijing flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Beijing from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BJS

Temperature

26.6 - 78.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

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 July 26, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air from San Francisco to Beijing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,446 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

ANA
8.5
Very good
862 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
859 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
527 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Beijing?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Beijing. 13 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Beijing on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Beijing should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Beijing per day.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Beijing for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Beijing for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Southern for just $903, but on average you can expect to pay $983.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Beijing for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Beijing under $1,200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Beijing is less than $1,250.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Beijing for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Beijing within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Beijing is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $903 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Asiana Airlines, starting at $962 and $996 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Beijing for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Beijing?

    The most popular route from San Francisco to Beijing is San Francisco - Beijing Capital. You may also consider San Francisco - Beijing Daxing Intl or San Francisco - Beijing Nanyuan.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Beijing?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,460 for a flight from San Francisco to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is $627 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at $923.

  • What does SFO to PEK mean?

    Great question - SFO to PEK just means San Francisco Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Beijing?

    San Francisco to Beijing flights have a layover in Incheon most of the time. Taipei City sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Beijing. Hong Kong comes next as the third most popular layover location for San Francisco to Beijing flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Incheon?

    Incheon travelers tend to visit Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, and Seokbawi Market more than anywhere else. Wolmido Amusement Park, G Tower, and Seokbawi Market can be visited by traveling about 8.3 mi, 10.7 mi, and 13.2 mi respectively from Incheon Intl. Those on a layover in Incheon in need of a rental car can book one at Incheon Intl for about $71.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Taipei City?

    Most Taipei City visitors opt to spend their time at Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market and Raohe Street Night Market are located about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Taipei City in need of a rental car can book one at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $74.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Tin Hau Temple, and Shatin Baptist Church are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Tin Hau Temple, and Shatin Baptist Church can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.8 mi, 17.6 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Beijing flights?

    San Francisco to Beijing flights have a layover in Manila least often. Wuhan is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Beijing. Tokyo comes in third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on San Francisco to Beijing flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Beijing that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Beijing flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Beijing with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Beijing flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Beijing that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Beijing?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Beijing flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Beijing flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Beijing flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/26.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Beijing?

    Before booking your flight from San Francisco to Beijing check out the most popular airlines for this route: EVA Air, Air China or China Airlines.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing (average of $1,323). Flying from San Francisco to Beijing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,819). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
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China EasternCheapest$735Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China SouthernCheapest$923Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$948Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$970Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air ChinaCheapest$984Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$1,024Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,052Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EVA AirCheapest$1,089Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,180Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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