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$429+ Cheap flights from California to China

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from California to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to China flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$873
(IEagle)

One-way from

$429
(Air China)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,484

Good round-trip deal

$681 or less

Good one-way deal

$410 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1611:10 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/217:25 amPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$873
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/211:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/281:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$877
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/171:45 amSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 15mANA
Tue 11/183:15 pmPEK - SFO
2 stops22h 25mANA
Deal found 6/10$878
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/151:00 pmSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 15mAir China
Wed 10/221:00 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 30mAir China
Deal found 6/12$881
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop26h 20mChina Southern
Wed 10/229:25 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops38h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$882
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/411:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 00mAsiana Airlines
Thu 10/164:50 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop13h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/12$884
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:50 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop29h 35mKorean Air
Thu 11/2710:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop14h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 6/11$885
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 9/511:55 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 9/1412:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/12$888
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/158:30 amPKX - SFO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$891
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:20 pmLAX - PVG
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/265:50 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$891
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1911:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop31h 45mXiamenAir
Thu 10/3012:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop22h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 6/10$891
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:25 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/11:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$892

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to China 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to China that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

1:05 am-10:50 am

1 stop18h 45m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/11

7:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop19h 05m

$873

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 2/28

1:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$877

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

1:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/18

3:15 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$878

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

4:50 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$880

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

1:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop14h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 12/3

1:05 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop12h 45m

$881

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/14

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$888

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

12:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 10/12

8:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$891

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

12:35 am-11:10 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 10/29

1:00 pm-8:40 pm

3 stops46h 40m

$892

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

11:50 am-3:25 pm

1 stop36h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

8:10 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop11h 45m

$893

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

1:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/4

4:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$893

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Best time to book a flight from California to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to China

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to China (average of $1,125). Flying from California to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 CA to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to China as you normally would.

Rainfall in China by month

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

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

Temperature in China by month

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to China, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

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

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

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

    $429 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern, with prices starting from $435 and $440, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to China (average of $1,125). Flying from California to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 California to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to China. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$521Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China AirlinesCheapest$602Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
China EasternCheapest$642Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$665Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
XiamenAirCheapest$671Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$724Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$740Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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