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$376+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to China

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SFO — SHA
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/211:50 pm
SFO
-
SHE
1 stop23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/164:35 pm
SHE
-
SFO
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$676
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Tue 4/2812:35 am
SFO
-
SHE
1 stop33h 20m
China Southern
Thu 5/148:20 am
SHE
-
SFO
1 stop27h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 1/28$685
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Mon 4/2012:35 am
SFO
-
SHE
1 stop18h 55m
China Southern
Mon 5/118:20 am
SHE
-
SFO
1 stop27h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$703
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Wed 3/411:40 am
SFO
-
SHE
1 stop35h 45m
Korean Air
Wed 4/154:50 pm
SHE
-
SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$706
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2112:35 am
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop24h 55m
China Southern
Thu 5/76:25 pm
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop17h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 1/26$715
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Tue 4/2112:35 am
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop28h 55m
China Southern
Wed 5/69:55 pm
PVG
-
SFO
2 stops37h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 1/26$717
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Thu 9/1712:35 am
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop25h 45m
China Southern
Mon 9/285:20 pm
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop18h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 1/28$718
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Mon 3/2311:50 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop24h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 5/258:35 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop21h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$719
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Thu 9/1712:35 am
SFO
-
SHA
2 stops22h 45m
China Southern
Mon 9/281:50 pm
SHA
-
SFO
2 stops21h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 1/28$721
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Mon 4/612:40 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop16h 30m
Korean Air
Mon 5/48:50 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$723
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Mon 4/611:30 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop24h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 4/2311:35 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 1/27$724
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Mon 4/612:00 pm
SFO
-
NNG
1 stop32h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 4/207:35 am
NNG
-
SFO
1 stop16h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/28$725

Find flight deals from Salinas to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to China flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$676
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$376
(CrystalTravel)

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December

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August

Average price

$887
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to China that are best for you.

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San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

12:35 am-9:00 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Shenyang

Mon 5/11

11:30 am-8:30 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$703

San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shenyang

Tue 3/31

4:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 50m

$706

San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Shenyang

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 50m

$706

San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Shenyang

Wed 4/15

10:15 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 25m

$706

San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

12:40 pm-8:55 am

1 stop29h 15m

Shenyang

Thu 5/21

10:15 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 25m

$706

San FranciscoShenyang

SFO - SHE

SFOSHE

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

12:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shenyang

Sun 4/5

4:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 50m

$706

San FranciscoNanning

SFO - NNG

SFONNG

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:00 pm-11:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

Nanning

Mon 4/20

7:35 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 30m

$725

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

11:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/29

8:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$768

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

11:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

1:10 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$768

San FranciscoShanghai

SFO - PVG

SFOPVG

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

11:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/4

8:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$768

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to China

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to China (average of $479). Flying from Salinas to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $782). 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 S9N to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 January 28, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Salinas to China in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 92% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to China, such as Cathay Pacific, United Airlines, and China Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,145 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

HKG - SGN

Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to China?

    A quick flight from Salinas to China can take about 29h 25m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $703. There are 5564 mi between Salinas and China. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $300. However, be on the lookout for offers from ANA and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to China for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, San Francisco - Shanghai Pu Dong or San Francisco - Beijing Capital when deciding on the best route from Salinas to China.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to China (average of $479). Flying from Salinas to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $782). 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 Salinas to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$513Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$601Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$645Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Cathay PacificCheapest$666Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$669Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$671Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$673Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$680Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$785Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$832Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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