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$479+ 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SHA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:15 am
SMF
-
PEK
2 stops36h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 4/227:00 am
PEK
-
SMF
2 stops22h 01m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/28$928
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/67:30 am
SMF
-
PVG
2 stops25h 45m
ANA
Mon 2/91:35 pm
PVG
-
SMF
2 stops44h 23m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,002
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/57:46 pm
SMF
-
PVG
2 stops48h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/208:35 am
PVG
-
SMF
2 stops25h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,008
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:00 am
SMF
-
PVG
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/271:40 pm
PVG
-
SMF
2 stops20h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,052
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:00 am
SMF
-
PVG
2 stops21h 10m
Korean Air
Mon 4/271:40 pm
PVG
-
SMF
2 stops20h 17m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,053
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/36:00 am
SMF
-
DLC
2 stops40h 25m
Korean Air
Tue 4/72:30 pm
DLC
-
SMF
2 stops40h 59m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,072
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:35 am
SMF
-
SHE
2 stops34h 20m
Korean Air
Tue 4/74:50 pm
SHE
-
SMF
2 stops38h 39m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,072
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:35 am
SMF
-
TAO
2 stops39h 10m
Korean Air
Tue 4/72:55 pm
TAO
-
SMF
2 stops39h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,072
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:40 am
SMF
-
PVG
1 stop17h 10m
Delta
Wed 3/46:00 pm
PVG
-
SMF
1 stop19h 49m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$1,081
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:15 am
SMF
-
PEK
2 stops25h 35m
China Eastern
Wed 3/48:30 am
PEK
-
SMF
2 stops21h 38m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/28$1,089
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/165:00 am
SMF
-
PVG
2 stops44h 00m
Air Canada
Thu 3/195:35 pm
PVG
-
SMF
2 stops39h 17m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/26$1,135
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/67:30 am
SMF
-
PEK
2 stops36h 45m
ANA
Tue 2/108:25 am
PEK
-
SMF
2 stops49h 33m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,148

Find flight deals from Sacramento to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to China flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$928
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$479
(Gurufare)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$887
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From Sacramento Intl to China
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 January 29, 2026.
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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-10:25 am

2 stops36h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/22

7:00 am-2:01 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$928

SacramentoShanghai

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/27

1:40 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$1,052

SacramentoShanghai

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/15

8:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/27

1:40 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$1,053

SacramentoShanghai

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/28

11:10 am-6:57 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$1,053

SacramentoDalian

SMF - DLC

SMFDLC

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/3

7:35 am-1:25 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Dalian

Tue 4/7

2:30 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops47h 38m

$1,072

SacramentoShenyang

SMF - SHE

SMFSHE

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/3

7:35 am-8:55 am

2 stops34h 20m

Shenyang

Tue 4/7

4:50 pm-1:29 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$1,072

SacramentoQingdao

SMF - TAO

SMFTAO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/3

7:35 am-1:45 pm

2 stops39h 10m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Tue 4/7

2:55 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops43h 04m

$1,072

SacramentoShanghai

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:40 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

6:00 pm-8:29 am

2 stops30h 29m

$1,086

SacramentoBeijing

SMF - PEK

SMFPEK

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/4

8:30 am-2:08 pm

2 stops21h 38m

$1,089

SacramentoShanghai

SMF - PVG

SMFPVG

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

5:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/19

5:35 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops44h 16m

$1,135

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to China

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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 $487). Flying from Sacramento to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of $792). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
1,188 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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
1,188 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,188 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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

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  • 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 17h 10m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,086. Sacramento and China are separated by a distance of 6118 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 Pu Dong, Sacramento Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Sacramento Intl - Beijing Capital.

  • 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 $487). Flying from Sacramento to China in May is currently the most expensive (average of $792). 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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