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$373+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SHA
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to China
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 June 4, 2026.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 10/2110:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/4$717
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 10/810:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/31$733
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2311:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 10/2110:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/1$734
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.
Wed 9/911:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 10/710:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/4$738
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 10/711:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 11/511:00 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/1$740
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2611:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 11/411:00 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/4$762
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Tue 9/12:00 pm
SFO
-
XMN
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/1612:15 pm
XMN
-
SFO
1 stop25h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/31$767
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Tue 8/181:20 am
SFO
-
WUH
1 stop18h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/211:30 am
WUH
-
SFO
1 stop26h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/31$767
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 8/301:20 am
SFO
-
WUH
1 stop27h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 2/168:55 pm
WUH
-
SFO
1 stop16h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/31$770
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:00 pm
SFO
-
XMN
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/238:35 pm
XMN
-
SFO
1 stop17h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/3$774
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Thu 8/2011:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Thu 9/1710:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/31$775
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 9/1311:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 10/68:15 pm
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop34h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/2$776

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 June 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$717
(oojo)

One-way from

$373
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,280

Good round-trip deal

$907 or less

Good one-way deal

$580 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Guangzhou Baiyun flight deals.
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From San Francisco to China
One-way flight from San Francisco to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to China.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoXiamen

SFO - XMN

SFOXMN

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop38h 25m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Wed 9/16

12:15 pm-10:55 am

1 stop37h 40m

$767

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

12:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Dalian

Sat 10/3

2:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop35h 10m

$776

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

11:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop19h 00m

Dalian

Mon 9/28

10:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$776

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

1:10 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Dalian

Tue 9/29

2:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop35h 10m

$776

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

12:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Dalian

Tue 9/29

2:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop35h 10m

$776

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

2:40 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Dalian

Sun 10/4

2:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop35h 10m

$781

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

12:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Dalian

Fri 10/2

8:00 pm-10:40 am

1 stop29h 40m

$791

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Chengdu

Tue 9/15

3:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$816

San FranciscoXiamen

SFO - XMN

SFOXMN

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Wed 9/16

8:50 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$831

San FranciscoDalian

SFO - DLC

SFODLC

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

11:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop19h 00m

Dalian

Tue 9/22

10:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$841

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to China

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $823). Flying from San Francisco to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,800). 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 June 4, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

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 168 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?

Monday 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to China, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from San Francisco to China, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, and Asiana Airlines can get you from San Francisco to China in just under 19h. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 25m. The distance from San Francisco to China is about 5766 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Philippine Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $196. Users have also found prices from $303 and $308 on ANA and Asiana Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to China (average of $823). Flying from San Francisco to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,800). 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 San Francisco to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$198Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$409Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Korean AirCheapest$567Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$608Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$647Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$659Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$669Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$677Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$681Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EVA AirCheapest$842Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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