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$393+ Cheap flights from China to California

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — LAX
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sat 8/16
Sat 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from China to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$681
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$393
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,265

Good round-trip deal

$856 or less

Good one-way deal

$539 or less
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Cheapest flights from China to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/161:50 pmSZX - LAX
1 stop17h 10mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/2311:00 pmLAX - SZX
1 stop22h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/10$681
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:00 amPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/2112:20 amSFO - PEK
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/11$688
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/83:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 00mAsiana Airlines
Mon 9/2211:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop23h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/9$703
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/284:50 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop14h 10mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/911:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop25h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/9$704
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:50 pmSZX - LAX
1 stop17h 10mAsiana Airlines
Sun 9/711:00 pmLAX - SZX
1 stop22h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/8$704
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 11/192:05 pmSZX - LAX
1 stop32h 45mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/279:10 amLAX - SZX
1 stop35h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/11$714
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/13:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 00mAsiana Airlines
Mon 9/811:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/9$718
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/32:20 pmSZX - LAX
2 stops44h 40mXiamenAir
Sun 9/711:55 pmLAX - SZX
2 stops21h 30mXiamenAir
Deal found 8/8$722
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 10mKorean Air
Mon 9/2212:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop17h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 8/11$724
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 10/2911:00 amCGO - LAX
1 stop23h 10mChina Southern
Sun 11/3010:00 pmLAX - CGO
1 stop19h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 8/10$725
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Wed 9/173:10 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop16h 20mANA
Tue 11/1112:20 amSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 55mANA
Deal found 8/10$728
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/193:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 00mAsiana Airlines
Fri 11/711:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop24h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 8/10$732

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from China to California 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 August 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to California that are best for you.

Fly from

China

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShenzhenLos Angeles

SZX - LAX

SZXLAX

Shenzhen

Tue 9/16

1:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

11:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$681

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/8

10:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

12:20 am-10:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$688

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/8

3:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$703

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Thu 8/28

4:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

11:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$704

ShenzhenLos Angeles

SZX - LAX

SZXLAX

Shenzhen

Wed 9/3

1:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

11:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$704

ShenzhenLos Angeles

SZX - LAX

SZXLAX

Shenzhen

Wed 9/3

2:20 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops44h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

11:55 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$722

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/7

1:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

12:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$724

ZhengzhouLos Angeles

CGO - LAX

CGOLAX

Zhengzhou

Wed 10/29

11:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

10:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

$725

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/17

3:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

12:20 am-12:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$728

ZhengzhouLos Angeles

CGO - LAX

CGOLAX

Zhengzhou

Tue 9/23

10:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

11:15 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$736

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Best time to book a flight from China to California

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from China to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to California (average of $246). Flying from China to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 CN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from China to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 11, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated August 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA from China to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,126 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.4
Very good
929 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
760 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
473 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,228 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $393. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from China to California for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to California that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from China to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to California 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 China to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to California (average of $246). Flying from China to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 10 airlines flying from China to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from China to California. 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 August 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$438Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$441Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$446Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$525Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Air ChinaCheapest$564Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air CanadaCheapest$591Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$621Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$626Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$633Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$649Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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