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$410+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to China

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LAX — PVG
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to China flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$732
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$410
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,396
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From Irvine to China
One-way flight from Irvine to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($336 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/211:15 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop30h 50mSichuan Airlines
Sat 5/1010:10 pmTAO - LAX
1 stop37h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$701
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 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 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.
Tue 5/1312:30 pmLAX - TAO
1 stop21h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 5/226:45 amTAO - LAX
1 stop18h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29$833
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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
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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
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Wed 4/3012:30 amLAX - SHA
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/151:20 pmSHA - LAX
1 stop18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$837
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Sun 5/412:10 pmLAX - CAN
1 stop32h 05mAsiana Airlines
Sun 5/111:15 amCAN - LAX
1 stop23h 35mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/30$839
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Wed 8/271:25 amLAX - CAN
1 stop28h 40mCathay Pacific
Fri 9/1210:10 amCAN - LAX
1 stop16h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$844
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Tue 5/610:00 pmLAX - SHA
1 stop25h 25mAir China
Tue 5/139:05 amSHA - LAX
2 stops24h 55mAir China
Deal found 4/30$844

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 Irvine to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

11:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sat 9/20

10:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$732

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

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

12:30 pm-1:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 5/22

6:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 20m

$833

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

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - SHA

LAXSHA

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

10:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/13

9:05 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$844

Los AngelesGuangzhou

LAX - CAN

LAXCAN

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

11:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop34h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 5/31

10:10 am-10:45 am

1 stop15h 35m

$847

Los AngelesShanghai

LAX - PVG

LAXPVG

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

10:00 pm-10:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

1:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$850

Los AngelesQingdao

LAX - TAO

LAXTAO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

11:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Fri 9/12

3:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$856

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to China

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 Irvine to China as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 IR9 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Irvine to China by reading reviews from past customers. 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.

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

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

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

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

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

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

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

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

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
8.3
Very good

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sichuan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $410. However, be on the lookout for offers from XiamenAir and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Irvine to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Irvine to China?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to China?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Irvine to China consider choosing United Airlines (71%), China Eastern (58%) or Air China (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to China?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to China? While on average our users pay $4,097, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $377. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $680.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$520Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China AirlinesCheapest$602Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$642Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$668Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$686Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
China SouthernCheapest$703Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ANACheapest$764Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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