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$481+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SHA
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Tue 6/10
Tue 6/17
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Round-trip from

$1,055
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$481
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sat 11/18:00 amSAN - SHA
2 stops22h 40mAir China
Wed 11/128:55 amSHA - SAN
2 stops22h 13mAir China
Deal found 6/5$915
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 11/2111:02 amSAN - CAN
2 stops32h 23mAir China
Sun 11/306:40 pmCAN - SAN
2 stops45h 04mAir China
Deal found 6/4$1,055
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 8/177:05 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops24h 45mChina Airlines
Mon 8/257:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops28h 02mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,073
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sat 11/18:40 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops33h 45mANA
Wed 11/121:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops41h 38mANA
Deal found 6/5$1,081
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:40 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/3010:30 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops41h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,082
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 8/242:21 pmSAN - SHA
2 stops30h 54mANA
Tue 10/71:35 pmSHA - SAN
2 stops21h 17mANA
Deal found 6/5$1,083
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:10 amSAN - PVG
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,093
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:15 amSAN - PVG
2 stops25h 35mAir China
Mon 11/104:30 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops23h 14mAir China
Deal found 6/4$1,101
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Thu 9/186:15 amSAN - PEK
2 stops37h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 10/511:30 amPEK - SAN
2 stops42h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/4$1,106
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Thu 9/186:15 amSAN - PKX
2 stops38h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 10/51:00 pmPKX - SAN
2 stops41h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/4$1,106
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/278:00 amSAN - PEK
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Sat 10/111:00 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop17h 59mAir China
Deal found 6/5$1,111
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Fri 8/87:57 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops32h 03mChina Airlines
Mon 9/112:30 pmPEK - SAN
2 stops35h 22mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,126

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 June 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to China that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

Fri 11/21

11:02 am-11:25 am

2 stops32h 23m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 11/30

6:40 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops45h 04m

$1,055

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 8/17

7:05 pm-10:50 am

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/25

7:50 pm-8:52 am

2 stops28h 02m

$1,073

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sat 11/1

8:40 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

1:30 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops41h 38m

$1,081

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - SHA

SANSHA

San Diego

Sun 8/24

2:21 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops30h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/7

1:35 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops21h 17m

$1,083

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Fri 10/10

9:10 am-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/19

2:30 pm-8:29 am

2 stops32h 59m

$1,093

San DiegoShanghai

SAN - PVG

SANPVG

San Diego

Sun 10/12

6:15 am-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/10

4:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$1,101

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-10:25 am

2 stops37h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/5

11:30 am-3:20 pm

2 stops42h 50m

$1,106

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PKX

SANPKX

San Diego

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-11:20 am

2 stops38h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 10/5

1:00 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,106

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Sat 9/27

8:00 am-6:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sat 10/11

1:00 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$1,111

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Fri 8/8

7:57 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops32h 03m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/1

12:30 pm-8:52 am

2 stops35h 22m

$1,126

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to China

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $1,124). Flying from San Diego to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,721). 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 SAN to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 5, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to China, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,084 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
735 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very good
875 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to China?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to China from San Diego.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to China are Air China ($516), Air Canada ($569), and Asiana Airlines ($608).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to China?

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to China consider San Diego - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, San Diego - Shanghai Pu Dong or San Diego - Beijing Capital as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to China?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $1,124). Flying from San Diego to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,721). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to China

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 June 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$981Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$1,085Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$1,177Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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