$440+ Cheap flights from China to California
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SHA — LAX
Aug 1 — Aug 81
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from China to CaliforniaExplore 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 July 2, 2026.
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 July 2, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/165:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop15h 54m
Air Canada
Sun 1/36:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop17h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/1![Air Canada logo]()
$790
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/165:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops39h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/310:45 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$794
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/242:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/68:19 am
SFO
- PVG
2 stops39h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$797
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:45 pm
PEK
- SFO
1 stop14h 46m
Air Canada
Wed 11/116:30 am
SFO
- PEK
1 stop19h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/1![Air Canada logo]()
$801
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
2 stops37h 34m
Air Canada
Sun 3/282:45 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop32h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/29![Air Canada logo]()
$812
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2710:15 pm
CAN
- LAX
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/1811:00 pm
LAX
- CAN
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$815
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:25 am
CAN
- LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 10/2710:30 pm
LAX
- CAN
2 stops44h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$825
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/213:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 8/3010:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$827
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/265:35 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop14h 31m
Air Canada
Mon 3/228:52 pm
SFO
- PVG
2 stops28h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/29![Air Canada logo]()
$829
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/86:45 pm
PEK
- SFO
2 stops32h 23m
Air Canada
Wed 7/228:40 am
SFO
- PEK
2 stops41h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/30![Air Canada logo]()
$831
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 10/2510:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$831
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/66:45 pm
PEK
- SFO
1 stop18h 03m
Air Canada
Thu 10/2212:50 pm
SFO
- PEK
2 stops37h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/27![Air Canada logo]()
$833
Best flights from China to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from China to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 2, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from China to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 2, 2026.
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/213:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 10/2510:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$831
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1010:20 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop33h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 1/69:15 pm
LAX
- CAN
1 stop31h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/30![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$891
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Tue 9/812:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop22h 50m
XiamenAir
Tue 11/1010:45 pm
LAX
- SHA
2 stops23h 05m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/27![XiamenAir logo]()
$921
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/912:25 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop34h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 10/1210:10 am
LAX
- CAN
1 stop34h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$936
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/39:55 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/129:26 pm
LAX
- SHA
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$963
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2312:40 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop17h 10m
Korean Air
Fri 1/1510:50 pm
LAX
- CAN
1 stop21h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/30![Korean Air logo]()
$972
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/37:40 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop26h 35m
EVA Air
Mon 10/1212:00 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop37h 30m
EVA Air
Deal found 7/1![EVA Air logo]()
$991
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/137:30 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop29h 35m
China Eastern
Wed 7/2212:30 pm
LAX
- CAN
1 stop20h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/28![China Eastern logo]()
$1,014
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 7/189:50 pm
CAN
- LAX
Nonstop13h 10m
China Southern
Sat 7/2511:50 pm
LAX
- CAN
Nonstop15h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 6/28![China Southern logo]()
$1,023
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/301:30 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops46h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 11/35:00 am
ONT
- PVG
2 stops45h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/27![United Airlines logo]()
$1,096
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/305:30 pm
CAN
- ONT
1 stop15h 20m
China Airlines
Sun 11/1510:50 pm
ONT
- CAN
1 stop25h 25m
China Airlines
Deal found 6/27![China Airlines logo]()
$1,152
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/285:25 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop18h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 8/411:15 pm
LAX
- CAN
1 stop20h 10m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$1,181
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2911:35 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops49h 46m
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/14:09 pm
ONT
- PVG
2 stops61h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,201
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/253:25 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 35m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 11/299:10 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop25h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$874
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/33:15 am
PEK
- SFO
1 stop23h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/42:00 pm
SFO
- PEK
1 stop37h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/29![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$931
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2110:30 am
DLC
- SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 10/2511:50 pm
SFO
- DLC
1 stop19h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$948
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Fri 10/2312:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/29![Korean Air logo]()
$978
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:40 pm
PEK
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 8/301:20 am
SFO
- PEK
1 stop26h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/27![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$931
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1511:00 am
DLC
- SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 1/2511:50 pm
SFO
- DLC
1 stop18h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$959
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/219:00 am
DLC
- SFO
2 stops45h 21m
Air Canada
Sun 10/256:53 pm
SFO
- DLC
2 stops56h 07m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/1![Air Canada logo]()
$2,122
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Sun 10/2512:40 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/29![Korean Air logo]()
$978
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/312:10 pm
PVG
- ONT
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 10/126:32 pm
ONT
- PVG
1 stop31h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,097
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/272:10 am
CAN
- ONT
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/312:45 am
ONT
- CAN
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,098
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/217:40 pm
DLC
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 10/258:55 am
SFO
- DLC
2 stops34h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/29![China Eastern logo]()
$1,109
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/251:35 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 11/2910:55 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$946
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1410:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 10/2611:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop26h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$967
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Sun 10/2512:40 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop37h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/29![Korean Air logo]()
$978
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:30 pm
CAN
- ONT
1 stop15h 30m
China Airlines
Tue 1/1210:50 pm
ONT
- CAN
1 stop25h 25m
China Airlines
Deal found 6/30![China Airlines logo]()
$1,204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:10 pm
PVG
- LAX
Nonstop11h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 10/1110:35 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop27h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,105
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:10 pm
SHA
- LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/154:50 pm
LAX
- SHA
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,110
Last-minute flights from China to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from China to California. Data last updated July 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from China to California. Data last updated July 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/110:20 pm
CAN
- LAX
2 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/3111:45 pm
LAX
- CAN
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$881
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/24:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Wed 7/1512:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$925
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/54:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 7/1211:45 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop23h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$925
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:45 pm
PEK
- SFO
2 stops56h 23m
Air Canada
Tue 7/148:40 am
SFO
- PEK
2 stops41h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/30![Air Canada logo]()
$899
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/86:45 pm
PEK
- SFO
2 stops32h 23m
Air Canada
Wed 7/228:40 am
SFO
- PEK
2 stops41h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/30![Air Canada logo]()
$831
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/173:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 8/810:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$923
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/174:00 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 8/3012:30 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop23h 00m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$935
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/213:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 8/3010:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/2![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$827
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/213:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop41h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 8/2910:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop22h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Vietnam Airlines logo]()
$872
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:15 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop19h 55m
ANA
Fri 8/281:20 am
LAX
- CAN
1 stop20h 45m
ANA
Deal found 6/28![ANA logo]()
$917
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:00 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Sun 9/611:45 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop23h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Philippine Airlines logo]()
$895
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/298:25 am
PVG
- LAX
1 stop22h 10m
ANA
Tue 9/112:45 pm
LAX
- PVG
1 stop31h 55m
ANA
Deal found 7/1![ANA logo]()
$924
One-way flights from China to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from China to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 2, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from China to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 2, 2026.
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/279:20 am
CAN
- LAX
1 stop26h 10m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$440
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/155:15 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$441
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/512:50 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$454
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/38:10 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop28h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/27![China Eastern logo]()
$455
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/255:15 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$457
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/287:30 am
CAN
- LAX
1 stop17h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/1![China Eastern logo]()
$460
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:50 am
CAN
- LAX
1 stop23h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/1![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:15 am
CAN
- LAX
1 stop21h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$475
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/295:15 pm
CAN
- LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Sichuan Airlines logo]()
$488
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:10 am
SHA
- LAX
1 stop26h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 6/29![XiamenAir logo]()
$492
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/132:30 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/29![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$493
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/177:05 pm
PVG
- LAX
1 stop17h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/29![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$494
Find flight deals from China to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 2, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $790 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $440 (Sichuan Airlines) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,056 |
Good round-trip deal | $823 or less |
Good one-way deal | $559 or less |
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 July 2, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 10/21
3:10 pm-5:55 pm
1 stop41h 45m
San Francisco
Sun 10/25
10:10 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$831
ShanghaiSan Francisco
PVG - SFO
PVGSFO
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 11/25
3:25 pm-5:00 pm
1 stop41h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 11/29
9:10 pm-2:15 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$874
GuangzhouLos Angeles
CAN - LAX
CANLAX
Guangzhou Baiyun
Sat 10/10
10:20 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop33h 10m
Los Angeles
Wed 1/6
9:15 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop31h 45m
$891
ShanghaiLos Angeles
SHA - LAX
SHALAX
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 9/8
12:10 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop22h 50m
Los Angeles
Tue 11/10
10:45 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops23h 05m
$921
BeijingSan Francisco
PEK - SFO
PEKSFO
Beijing Capital
Thu 9/3
3:15 am-11:25 am
1 stop23h 10m
San Francisco
Fri 9/4
2:00 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop37h 25m
$931
BeijingSan Francisco
PEK - SFO
PEKSFO
Beijing Capital
Fri 8/28
6:40 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop19h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 8/30
1:20 am-6:25 pm
1 stop26h 05m
$931
GuangzhouLos Angeles
CAN - LAX
CANLAX
Guangzhou Baiyun
Fri 10/9
12:25 pm-7:50 am
1 stop34h 25m
Los Angeles
Mon 10/12
10:10 am-11:15 am
1 stop34h 05m
$936
ShanghaiSan Francisco
SHA - SFO
SHASFO
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 11/25
1:35 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop23h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 11/29
10:55 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop24h 25m
$946
DalianSan Francisco
DLC - SFO
DLCSFO
Dalian
Wed 10/21
10:30 am-3:30 pm
1 stop20h 00m
San Francisco
Sun 10/25
11:50 pm-9:55 am
1 stop19h 05m
$948
DalianSan Francisco
DLC - SFO
DLCSFO
Dalian
Sun 11/15
11:00 am-2:00 pm
1 stop19h 00m
San Francisco
Mon 1/25
11:50 pm-9:55 am
1 stop18h 05m
$959
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Best time to book a flight from China to California
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PVG-SFO
SHA-SFO
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CAN-LAX
SHA-LAX
PVG-SFO
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to California?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to California (average of $380). Flying from China to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). 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 July 2, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from China to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
How far ahead should I book a flight from China to California?
Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from China to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest day to fly from China to California?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from China to California. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their China to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 July 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern 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.
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
Entertainment
7.6
Boarding
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Food
8.0
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
NRT - ICN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$410 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$749 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$472 | Average$813 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$478 | Average$1,013 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$517 | Average$1,149 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$550 | Average$878 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$613 | Average$803 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$620 | Average$689 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$625 | Average$1,190 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$674 | Average$808 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |