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$6,271+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to China

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PVG
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$6,271
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,396
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:18 pmSBA - PVG
2 stops25h 47mEVA Air
Wed 5/218:05 pmPVG - SBA
2 stops36h 32mEVA Air
Deal found 4/30$6,271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:00 amSBA - SHA
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/211:30 pmSHA - SBA
2 stops20h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$7,275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:19 pmSBA - PVG
2 stops34h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/215:00 pmPVG - SBA
1 stop33h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$13,045
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:28 pmSBA - PVG
2 stops34h 22mLufthansa
Tue 5/201:55 amPVG - SBA
2 stops32h 02mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$14,714

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to China that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

China

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraShanghai

SBA - PVG

SBAPVG

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

7:18 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops25h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

8:05 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops36h 32m

$6,271

Santa BarbaraShanghai

SBA - SHA

SBASHA

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/21

1:30 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$7,275

Santa BarbaraShanghai

SBA - PVG

SBAPVG

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

1:19 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops34h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

5:00 pm-11:28 am

1 stop33h 28m

$13,045

Santa BarbaraShanghai

SBA - PVG

SBAPVG

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

2:28 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

1:55 am-6:57 pm

2 stops32h 02m

$14,714

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Deals found on 4/30

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Santa Barbara to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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.

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 May 1, 2025.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,048 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to China?

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to China. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to China that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Santa Barbara to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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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