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$440+ 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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SHA
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to China

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 July 2, 2026.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/57:00 am
SAN
-
XMN
2 stops38h 30m
Korean Air
Wed 10/281:40 pm
XMN
-
SAN
2 stops40h 24m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/29$922
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/224:36 pm
SAN
-
PVG
2 stops31h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/31:10 pm
PVG
-
SAN
2 stops21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$950
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 10/2112:35 pm
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop34h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 11/45:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
2 stops36h 07m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/1$956
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:00 pm
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 11/115:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop16h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/28$959
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:05 am
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop17h 55m
Air Canada
Tue 11/105:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop16h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/26$962
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:00 pm
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Air Canada
Thu 10/223:55 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop15h 17m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/27$966
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 11/197:05 am
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Air China
Sun 11/295:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop35h 29m
Air China
Deal found 6/30$968
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/258:15 am
SAN
-
PVG
1 stop38h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 11/105:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop16h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/28$969
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/23:45 pm
SAN
-
XMN
2 stops29h 45m
Korean Air
Tue 10/271:40 pm
XMN
-
SAN
2 stops43h 22m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/29$972
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Fri 10/306:15 am
SAN
-
PVG
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/105:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop16h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$972
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:00 am
SAN
-
CSX
2 stops26h 05m
Korean Air
Fri 10/21:05 am
CSX
-
SAN
2 stops29h 07m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/27$972
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 11/197:05 am
SAN
-
PVG
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/295:35 pm
PVG
-
SAN
1 stop35h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$975

Find flight deals from San Diego to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to China flight deals. Data was last updated July 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$922
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$440
(oojo)
From San Diego to China
One-way flight from San Diego to China

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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 July 2, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoXiamen

SAN - XMN

SANXMN

San Diego

Mon 11/16

3:35 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Thu 11/19

1:40 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$922

San DiegoXiamen

SAN - XMN

SANXMN

San Diego

Mon 10/5

7:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Tue 10/27

1:40 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops40h 19m

$922

San DiegoXiamen

SAN - XMN

SANXMN

San Diego

Sat 10/3

7:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 10/26

1:40 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops43h 22m

$972

San DiegoXiamen

SAN - XMN

SANXMN

San Diego

Fri 10/2

3:45 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Sun 10/25

1:40 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops40h 19m

$972

San DiegoXiamen

SAN - XMN

SANXMN

San Diego

Sat 10/3

7:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Sun 10/25

1:40 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops40h 19m

$972

San DiegoChangsha

SAN - CSX

SANCSX

San Diego

Thu 9/17

7:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 05m

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Fri 10/2

1:05 am-3:12 pm

2 stops29h 07m

$972

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

Mon 9/14

6:25 am-11:30 am

2 stops38h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 10/14

12:40 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops21h 34m

$1,020

San DiegoGuangzhou

SAN - CAN

SANCAN

San Diego

Tue 9/8

6:25 am-11:30 am

2 stops38h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/24

12:40 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops20h 26m

$1,020

San DiegoBeijing

SAN - PEK

SANPEK

San Diego

Mon 8/24

7:59 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops25h 06m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/7

1:30 am-3:12 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$1,021

San DiegoChangsha

SAN - CSX

SANCSX

San Diego

Wed 9/23

9:30 pm-12:25 am

2 stops35h 55m

Changsha Huanghua Intl

Sat 10/17

7:50 am-6:29 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$1,036

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to China

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $790). Flying from San Diego to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,611). 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 July 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and Air China from San Diego to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to China?

    Airlines like Korean Air, China Eastern, and ANA fly from San Diego to China in about 27h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 50m. The distance from San Diego to China is about 7079 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 United Airlines ($524), Delta ($546), and China Eastern ($678).

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $790). Flying from San Diego to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,611). 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 airline flying from San Diego to China

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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