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$445+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PVG
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$807
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$449
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,396

Good round-trip deal

$728 or less

Good one-way deal

$386 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 May 1, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1612:20 amSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/11:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$803
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:00 amSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/61:20 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$809
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/312:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 5/127:45 amPKX - SFO
1 stop16h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/1$813
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/711:55 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 9/1912:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/29$818
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 9/112:35 amSFO - PKX
2 stops23h 20mChina Southern
Thu 10/301:30 pmPKX - SFO
2 stops22h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 4/30$818
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:10 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop17h 45mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/64:20 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:25 amLAX - PVG
Nonstop13h 40mDelta
Thu 10/26:20 pmPVG - LAX
Nonstop12h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/30$826
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3011:55 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop21h 55mXiamenAir
Sun 10/54:10 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 4/30$827
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/171:10 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop17h 20mKorean Air
Tue 9/21:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$829
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1812:50 pmLAX - PVG
1 stop34h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/2810:50 amPVG - LAX
1 stop24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/30$829
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/155:10 amLAX - PVG
2 stops21h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:10 pmPVG - LAX
1 stop15h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$833
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3012:30 amLAX - PVG
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/159:35 amPVG - LAX
1 stop21h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$834

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 May 1, 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

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/16

1:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$809

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

10:48 am-12:00 pm

2 stops34h 12m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/30

3:10 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$810

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

12:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/16

7:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$811

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

11:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 9/19

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$818

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PKX

SFOPKX

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

12:35 am-2:55 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 10/30

1:30 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$818

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

11:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

8:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$819

San FranciscoBeijing

SFO - PEK

SFOPEK

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

1:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/2

1:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

$827

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 7/8

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

4:30 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$835

Los AngelesGuangzhou

LAX - CAN

LAXCAN

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

12:10 pm-11:15 am

1 stop32h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 5/11

1:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop23h 35m

$839

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

11:30 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/21

1:20 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$841

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Best time to book a flight from California to China

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to China (average of $1,167). Flying from California to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 May 1, 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.

Weekly flight availability from California to China

Explore weekly flight availability from California to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 May 1, 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
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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?

    $455 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from $456 and $459, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to China (average of $1,167). Flying from California to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$420Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China AirlinesCheapest$602Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$634Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$642Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$668Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$685Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$686Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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