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$435+ Cheap flights from China to San Diego (SAN)

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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SAN
déc. 10 — déc. 171
mer. 12/10
mer. 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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$435
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Cheapest flights from China to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on novembre 10, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/125:30 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop20h 54mDelta
mar. 12/3010:20 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/10$894
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 12/106:00 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop16h 13mDelta
dim. 12/2810:55 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop24h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/10$903
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 12/106:00 pmPVG - SAN
2 stops17h 17mDelta
jeu. 1/16:30 amSAN - PVG
1 stop17h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/10$907
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/118:15 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop35h 08mDelta
sam. 1/34:15 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop33h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/10$913
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 12/106:00 pmPVG - SAN
1 stop16h 13mDelta
sam. 1/34:15 pmSAN - PVG
1 stop33h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/10$915
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/238:05 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop31h 58mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/306:10 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$947
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/512:40 pmCAN - SAN
2 stops44h 44mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/66:05 pmSAN - CAN
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$952
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/238:05 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop31h 58mAir Canada
mer. 1/712:45 pmSAN - PEK
1 stop37h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7$955
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 12/218:05 pmPEK - SAN
1 stop31h 58mAir Canada
lun. 1/56:05 pmSAN - PEK
1 stop32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7$972
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/227:40 amPEK - SAN
2 stops25h 44mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/612:45 pmSAN - PEK
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$975
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
mer. 12/247:30 pmPEK - SAN
2 stops36h 22mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/59:24 pmSAN - PEK
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$998
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
dim. 12/2110:55 amPEK - SAN
2 stops26h 34mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/59:24 pmSAN - PEK
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,008

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Customize your flight search to find flights from China to San Diego 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 novembre 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to San Diego that are best for you.

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China

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 1/15

6:00 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop18h 43m

San Diego

ven. 3/27

10:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$892

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 1/15

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San Diego

mar. 3/24

7:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$892

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

sam. 12/13

6:00 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops20h 54m

San Diego

mer. 12/31

5:03 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$894

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

dim. 12/14

6:00 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops17h 17m

San Diego

jeu. 1/1

5:03 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$894

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 1/15

6:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San Diego

dim. 3/29

7:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$896

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/15

6:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

San Diego

dim. 12/28

10:55 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$903

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 12/10

6:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

San Diego

ven. 1/2

6:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$903

ShanghaiSan Diego

PVG - SAN

PVGSAN

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 12/16

6:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

San Diego

ven. 1/2

6:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$903

ShanghaiSan Diego

SHA - SAN

SHASAN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/2

5:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

San Diego

ven. 3/13

10:45 am-9:55 am

2 stops32h 10m

$937

GuangzhouSan Diego

CAN - SAN

CANSAN

Guangzhou Baiyun

ven. 12/5

12:40 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops44h 44m

San Diego

mar. 1/6

6:05 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$952

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from China to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated novembre 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from China to San Diego in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from China?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from China, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    Delta, Air China, and ANA can get you from China to San Diego in just under 18h 43m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6575 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $483. United Airlines flights start at $601 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $884 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from China to San Diego are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - San Diego, Shanghai Pu Dong - San Diego and Beijing Daxing Intl - San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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