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$543+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SHA
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 11/307:04 pmSMF - SHE
2 stops22h 41mKorean Air
Tue 1/2011:15 amSHE - SMF
2 stops23h 22mKorean Air
Deal found 10/23$826
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/116:00 amSMF - PEK
2 stops25h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 11/177:00 pmPEK - SMF
2 stops34h 54mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/23$926
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 12/86:00 amSMF - CTU
2 stops26h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 12/155:30 pmCTU - SMF
2 stops36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/21$926
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/56:00 amSMF - PEK
2 stops23h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 12/128:30 amPEK - SMF
2 stops21h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/21$989
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/116:00 amSMF - PEK
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/161:30 amPEK - SMF
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$991
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/712:58 pmSMF - PVG
1 stop36h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/184:25 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops21h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,079
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 12/86:00 amSMF - PVG
1 stop19h 45mChina Eastern
Tue 12/161:10 pmPVG - SMF
1 stop16h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/21$1,088
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/56:00 amSMF - PEK
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/111:30 amPEK - SMF
2 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 12/84:05 pmSMF - PVG
1 stop31h 55mAir Canada
Mon 12/155:35 pmPVG - SMF
2 stops43h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 10/21$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/66:45 amSMF - PVG
1 stop20h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/111:30 pmPVG - SMF
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,098
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/96:00 amSMF - CTU
2 stops26h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 12/168:50 pmCTU - SMF
2 stops33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/21$1,106
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/96:30 amSMF - PVG
1 stop17h 20mDelta
Wed 12/176:00 pmPVG - SMF
1 stop21h 47mDelta
Deal found 10/21$1,111

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to China flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$821
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$543
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$873
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to China that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoShenyang

SMF - SHE

SMFSHE

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/20

7:18 pm-8:55 am

2 stops22h 37m

Shenyang

Mon 5/11

10:15 am-4:32 pm

2 stops21h 17m

$821

SacramentoShenyang

SMF - SHE

SMFSHE

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/30

6:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops35h 45m

Shenyang

Tue 1/20

4:35 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$826

SacramentoShenyang

SMF - SHE

SMFSHE

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/30

6:35 am-9:45 am

2 stops35h 10m

Shenyang

Sun 1/18

4:35 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$826

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/17

7:30 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops34h 24m

$926

SacramentoChengdu

SMF - CTU

SMFCTU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops26h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 12/15

5:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$926

SacramentoChengdu

SMF - CTU

SMFCTU

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops26h 55m

Chengdu

Tue 12/16

5:30 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$926

SacramentoShenyang

SMF - SHE

SMFSHE

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/26

6:30 am-3:25 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Shenyang

Mon 3/2

4:35 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops37h 34m

$961

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Beijing Capital

Fri 12/12

8:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$989

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sat 12/13

8:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$989

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/16

1:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$991

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Deals found on 10/21

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to China

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to China (average of $482). Flying from Sacramento to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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 SMF to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 October 23, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to China, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus a flight in the morning.

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 October 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air from Sacramento to China have to say. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,153 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to China?

    If you book a flight to China from Sacramento, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to China?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to China can take about 22h 37m. Korean Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $821. Sacramento and China are separated by a distance of 5540 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Sacramento to China are Sacramento Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Sacramento Intl - Beijing Capital and Sacramento Intl - Shenyang.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to China (average of $482). Flying from Sacramento to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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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