$383+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SHA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to ChinaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2712:00 pm
SFO
- SZX
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 5/187:15 am
SZX
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6![China Eastern logo]()
$686
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 9/22:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/2912:25 pm
WUH
- SFO
1 stop37h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/6![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$696
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/301:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/198:50 pm
WUH
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$700
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/152:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop38h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/228:50 pm
WUH
- SFO
1 stop16h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$703
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/812:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop29h 15m
Korean Air
Wed 4/154:50 pm
SHE
- SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 4/251:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1012:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop25h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$709
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop40h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/310:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$710
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/41:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop24h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$710
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/1912:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1010:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/8![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$711
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/71:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 6/81:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop24h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/6![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$711
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/911:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/1011:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 4/261:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/128:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$713
Best flights from San Francisco to ChinaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to China that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to China that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/1312:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop29h 15m
Korean Air
Thu 4/3010:15 am
SHE
- SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/7![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:10 am
SFO
- NNG
2 stops40h 40m
Air China
Sun 5/177:35 pm
NNG
- SFO
2 stops52h 13m
Air China
Deal found 3/8![Air China logo]()
$748
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1611:50 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop18h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 5/2110:55 am
SHA
- SFO
1 stop19h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$787
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/68:55 am
SFO
- SZX
2 stops24h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 9/91:00 pm
SZX
- SFO
1 stop35h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/9![China Eastern logo]()
$875
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/3112:40 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/212:15 pm
WUH
- SFO
2 stops40h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/193:55 pm
SFO
- PKX
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/121:45 am
PKX
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,039
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/712:55 pm
SFO
- PVG
Nonstop13h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2312:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,127
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/61:05 am
SFO
- SZX
1 stop24h 40m
China Airlines
Thu 4/96:05 pm
SZX
- SFO
2 stops28h 49m
China Airlines
Deal found 3/6![China Airlines logo]()
$1,321
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/1312:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop35h 50m
Korean Air
Mon 4/2710:15 am
SHE
- SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/2212:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop29h 15m
Korean Air
Wed 5/2010:15 am
SHE
- SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/9![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/1512:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop29h 15m
Korean Air
Thu 5/710:15 am
SHE
- SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/7![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:00 pm
SFO
- CAN
1 stop21h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 5/49:00 am
CAN
- SFO
2 stops21h 21m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6![China Eastern logo]()
$881
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/812:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop29h 15m
Korean Air
Thu 4/2310:15 am
SHE
- SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/6![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/912:00 pm
SFO
- SZX
1 stop21h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 5/67:15 am
SZX
- SFO
2 stops23h 06m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6![China Eastern logo]()
$881
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/812:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop35h 50m
Korean Air
Tue 6/24:50 pm
SHE
- SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/8![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/303:55 pm
SFO
- PKX
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/131:45 am
PKX
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,039
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:00 pm
SFO
- NNG
1 stop32h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 5/47:35 am
NNG
- SFO
1 stop16h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/5![China Eastern logo]()
$897
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Fri 4/1712:55 pm
SFO
- PVG
Nonstop13h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2312:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,127
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/2112:40 pm
SFO
- SHE
1 stop35h 50m
Korean Air
Mon 5/184:50 pm
SHE
- SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/7![Korean Air logo]()
$706
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/193:55 pm
SFO
- PKX
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/101:45 am
PKX
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,039
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/298:45 am
SFO
- CTU
2 stops39h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 5/66:55 am
CTU
- SFO
2 stops25h 26m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/7![China Eastern logo]()
$905
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/810:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 4/2212:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/123:55 pm
SFO
- PKX
1 stop32h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/51:45 am
PKX
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,103
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/87:15 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 4/1312:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1312:00 pm
SFO
- SZX
1 stop32h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 4/201:00 pm
SZX
- SFO
2 stops41h 21m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/7![China Eastern logo]()
$941
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:17 pm
SFO
- SHA
2 stops33h 48m
Korean Air
Sun 5/246:25 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop31h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/5![Korean Air logo]()
$792
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2011:15 am
SFO
- PKX
2 stops36h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/281:45 am
PKX
- SFO
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,105
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 9/21:00 pm
SFO
- CTU
1 stop32h 25m
Air China
Sun 9/69:00 am
CTU
- SFO
2 stops25h 04m
Air China
Deal found 3/8![Air China logo]()
$1,496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 4/2210:10 am
SFO
- PVG
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 5/512:10 pm
PVG
- SFO
Nonstop11h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:00 pm
SFO
- CAN
1 stop32h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 4/279:00 am
CAN
- SFO
1 stop15h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/6![China Eastern logo]()
$962
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to ChinaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to China. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to China. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/911:50 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop24h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/1011:40 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop18h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$712
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/141:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/38:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop29h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$718
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/151:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/2812:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop25h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/6![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$711
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop40h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/310:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop39h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$710
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/41:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop24h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$710
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
SFO
- SHA
1 stop40h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/194:50 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop20h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/5![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$716
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/1912:20 am
SFO
- SHA
1 stop24h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1010:30 pm
SHA
- SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/8![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$711
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/2012:35 am
SFO
- SHA
2 stops22h 45m
China Southern
Thu 5/211:50 pm
SHA
- SFO
2 stops21h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 3/7![China Southern logo]()
$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 4/251:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 5/1012:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop25h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$709
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 4/261:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/128:35 am
PVG
- SFO
1 stop17h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$713
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/261:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/51:20 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop24h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$716
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/281:00 pm
SFO
- PVG
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 5/135:40 pm
PVG
- SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$715
One-way flights from San Francisco to ChinaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to China. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/55:49 pm
SFO
- SHE
3 stops37h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$383
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:35 am
SFO
- CTU
1 stop22h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 3/5![China Southern logo]()
$388
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 4/612:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop31h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/9![China Eastern logo]()
$393
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 4/2712:00 pm
SFO
- NNG
1 stop38h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/9![China Eastern logo]()
$394
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 8/1312:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop31h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/9![China Eastern logo]()
$395
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/2712:00 pm
SFO
- WUH
1 stop21h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/7![China Eastern logo]()
$396
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/158:26 am
SFO
- CAN
2 stops26h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/221:00 pm
SFO
- CAN
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$410
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/228:00 am
SFO
- PEK
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/13:30 pm
SFO
- SZX
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$415
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/61:55 pm
SFO
- WUH
2 stops29h 30m
Air China
Deal found 3/9![Air China logo]()
$416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 3/183:30 pm
SFO
- SZX
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$416
Find flight deals from San Francisco to China
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to China flight deals. Data was last updated March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $686 (eDestinos) |
One-way from | $383 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $922 |
Good round-trip deal | $788 or less |
Good one-way deal | $435 or less |
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Return
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San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Mon 4/13
12:40 pm-8:55 am
1 stop29h 15m
Shenyang
Thu 4/30
10:15 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 25m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Mon 4/13
12:40 pm-3:30 pm
1 stop35h 50m
Shenyang
Mon 4/27
10:15 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 25m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Wed 4/22
12:40 pm-8:55 am
1 stop29h 15m
Shenyang
Wed 5/20
10:15 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 25m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Wed 4/15
12:40 pm-8:55 am
1 stop29h 15m
Shenyang
Thu 5/7
10:15 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 25m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Wed 4/8
12:40 pm-8:55 am
1 stop29h 15m
Shenyang
Thu 4/23
10:15 am-10:40 am
1 stop15h 25m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Wed 4/8
12:40 pm-3:30 pm
1 stop35h 50m
Shenyang
Tue 6/2
4:50 pm-10:40 am
1 stop32h 50m
$706
San FranciscoShenyang
SFO - SHE
SFOSHE
San Francisco
Tue 4/21
12:40 pm-3:30 pm
1 stop35h 50m
Shenyang
Mon 5/18
4:50 pm-10:40 am
1 stop32h 50m
$706
San FranciscoNanning
SFO - NNG
SFONNG
San Francisco
Mon 4/27
10:10 am-5:50 pm
2 stops40h 40m
Nanning
Sun 5/17
7:35 pm-8:48 am
2 stops52h 13m
$748
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO - SHA
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Thu 4/16
11:50 pm-9:45 am
1 stop18h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 5/21
10:55 am-3:20 pm
1 stop19h 25m
$787
San FranciscoShanghai
SFO - SHA
SFOSHA
San Francisco
Tue 4/14
4:17 pm-5:05 pm
2 stops33h 48m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 5/24
6:25 pm-10:40 am
1 stop31h 15m
$792
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to China?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $454). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to CN?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 10, 2026.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 92% on flights from San Francisco to China by exploring options for tickets in the morning.
How often are flights from San Francisco to China delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between San Francisco and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to China flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to China flights?
Over the last year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
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 March 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to China. 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.
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.9
Overall
7.6
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJasper,Mar 2026
SFO - HKG
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$419 | Average$924 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$608 | Average$1,004 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$645 | Average$770 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% | |
| Cheapest$655 | Average$867 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$669 | Average$1,012 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$673 | Average$1,000 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$680 | Average$1,187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$766 | Average$903 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$774 | Average$831 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$832 | Average$1,565 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |