$469+ 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PVG
Apr 27 — May 41
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
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Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $954 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $539 (Kiwi.com) |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to ChinaExplore 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 April 22, 2025.
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 April 22, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 4/246:15 amSAN - PVG
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1112:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops38h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/18:30 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops23h 25mChina Airlines
Tue 9/168:20 pmPEK - SAN
2 stops51h 53mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/21![China Airlines logo]()
$1,038
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 4/276:15 amSAN - PEK
2 stops38h 45mANA
Tue 5/133:10 pmPEK - SAN
2 stops23h 49mANA
Deal found 4/20![ANA logo]()
$1,041
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/811:50 amSAN - PVG
2 stops39h 45mChina Airlines
Sat 9/207:50 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops26h 54mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/21![China Airlines logo]()
$1,068
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:45 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops25h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/205:00 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$1,080
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 4/238:30 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops37h 05mANA
Thu 5/88:25 amPVG - SAN
2 stops30h 34mANA
Deal found 4/21![ANA logo]()
$1,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 4/2910:00 amSAN - PVG
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1212:10 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop23h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,101
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/244:48 pmSAN - PVG
2 stops32h 37mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/138:35 amPVG - SAN
2 stops27h 11mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,128
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 4/247:20 amSAN - PVG
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Tue 5/135:30 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$1,178
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 4/278:00 amSAN - PEK
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/121:30 amPEK - SAN
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/46:15 amSAN - SHA
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/116:10 pmSHA - SAN
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,258
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 8/307:55 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops24h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/157:25 amPEK - SAN
2 stops29h 22mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,262
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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 April 22, 2025.
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Fly from
San Diego
Fly to
China
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoBeijing
SAN - PEK
SANPEK
San Diego
Mon 9/1
8:30 pm-10:55 am
2 stops23h 25m
Beijing Capital
Tue 9/16
8:20 pm-9:13 am
2 stops51h 53m
$1,038
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - PVG
SANPVG
San Diego
Mon 9/8
11:50 am-6:35 pm
2 stops39h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 9/20
7:50 pm-7:44 am
2 stops26h 54m
$1,068
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - PVG
SANPVG
San Diego
Mon 9/8
10:45 pm-2:50 pm
2 stops25h 05m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 9/20
5:00 pm-9:47 pm
1 stop19h 47m
$1,080
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - PVG
SANPVG
San Diego
Mon 9/8
6:15 am-12:35 am
2 stops27h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 9/19
1:35 am-4:23 pm
2 stops29h 48m
$1,197
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - PVG
SANPVG
San Diego
Thu 5/22
6:15 am-12:50 am
3 stops27h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 5/30
11:10 am-11:56 pm
2 stops27h 46m
$1,216
San DiegoBeijing
SAN - PEK
SANPEK
San Diego
Sun 8/31
2:21 pm-12:00 pm
2 stops30h 39m
Beijing Capital
Sun 9/14
3:10 pm-7:46 pm
2 stops19h 36m
$1,245
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - SHA
SANSHA
San Diego
Wed 6/4
6:15 am-9:15 pm
2 stops24h 00m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/11
6:10 pm-4:55 pm
3 stops37h 45m
$1,258
San DiegoBeijing
SAN - PEK
SANPEK
San Diego
Sat 8/30
7:55 pm-10:50 am
2 stops23h 55m
Beijing Capital
Wed 9/17
7:25 am-4:31 pm
2 stops24h 06m
$1,262
San DiegoBeijing
SAN - PEK
SANPEK
San Diego
Thu 5/22
6:15 am-9:15 pm
3 stops24h 00m
Beijing Capital
Thu 5/29
1:30 am-7:53 pm
2 stops33h 23m
$1,286
San DiegoShanghai
SAN - SHA
SANSHA
San Diego
Sat 6/21
7:57 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops33h 58m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 6/29
1:20 pm-9:48 pm
2 stops47h 28m
$1,341
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to China (average of $1,185). Flying from San Diego to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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.
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 April 22, 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 April 22, 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
Crew
8.6
Food
8.1
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGary,Apr 2025
DPS - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,044 | Average$1,257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,089 | Average$1,373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,177 | Average$1,355 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$1,208 | Average$1,776 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% |