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$496+ Cheap flights from Beijing, China (BJS) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BJS — SFO
jun. 21 — jun. 281
sáb. 6/21
sáb. 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Beijing to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Beijing (BJS) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$785
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$496
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,086

Good round-trip deal

$1,126 or less

Good one-way deal

$641 or less
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
jue. 6/267:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
vie. 8/291:40 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop30h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/14$785
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
mar. 7/15:30 pmPKX - SFO
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
lun. 7/2112:35 amSFO - PKX
1 stop22h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 6/14$806
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/28:30 amPKX - SFO
1 stop25h 10mVietnam Airlines
jue. 7/1010:50 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop40h 40mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/14$817
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
lun. 6/1610:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/303:30 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$826
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
dom. 6/2911:20 amPKX - SFO
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/143:30 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$907
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/195:25 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop11h 55mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/210:40 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$953
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
jue. 7/106:05 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop36h 28mAir Canada
sáb. 8/301:05 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops36h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/16$974
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
lun. 6/167:45 amPKX - SFO
1 stop16h 20mChina Eastern
lun. 6/3012:00 pmSFO - PKX
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/15$1,027
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/27:00 amPEK - SFO
2 stops25h 45mChina Eastern
jue. 7/2412:00 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop34h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/14$1,054
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mié. 6/2510:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 50mAsiana Airlines
dom. 7/1311:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,061
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
mié. 6/252:15 pmPKX - SFO
1 stop18h 35mCathay Pacific
sáb. 7/1212:05 amSFO - PKX
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/14$1,181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Beijing to San Francisco 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 junio 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Beijing to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Beijing

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

jue. 6/26

7:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

San Francisco

vie. 8/29

1:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 10m

$785

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

mar. 7/1

5:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Francisco

lun. 7/21

12:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$806

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

mié. 7/2

8:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop25h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 7/10

10:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop40h 40m

$817

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

sáb. 6/28

1:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

lun. 7/14

3:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop27h 55m

$873

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

dom. 6/29

11:20 am-1:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

lun. 7/14

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$907

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

jue. 7/10

6:05 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop36h 28m

San Francisco

sáb. 8/30

1:05 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$974

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

jue. 6/26

5:25 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

San Francisco

vie. 8/29

10:40 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,037

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

mié. 7/2

7:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

San Francisco

jue. 7/24

12:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,054

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

lun. 6/30

8:45 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops33h 07m

San Francisco

lun. 7/14

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

$1,096

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

mar. 7/15

4:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San Francisco

mar. 7/22

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,120

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Beijing to San Francisco trip
Airports
PEK

Arrive early at PEK, especially for international departures from Terminal 3, as it can take up to 45 minutes to reach your gate.

Read more about PEKby John Walton
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. The journey takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on PEK

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Beijing to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Beijing with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Beijing to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Beijing to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Beijing to San Francisco is 9 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Beijing to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Beijing to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 BJS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Beijing to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 16, 2025.

When flying from Beijing to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Beijing to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Beijing to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Beijing to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Beijing to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Beijing to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 16, 2025.

The most flights from BJS to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated junio 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Beijing to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, ANA and Asiana Airlines. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
ANA
8.3
Very good
886 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
441 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,090 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Beijing. Booking flights from Beijing to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Beijing from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Beijing to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at $785, was found to be the cheapest airline from Beijing to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Vietnam Airlines. Cathay Pacific is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $496. Users have also found prices from $497 and $499 on Asiana Airlines and China Southern, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Beijing to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Beijing to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $2,715, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $587. The most popular route (Beijing Capital - San Francisco), is priced around $777.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Beijing to San Francisco?

    The most popular layover on flights from Beijing to San Francisco is Seoul.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Seoul?

    If you're on a layover in Seoul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dongdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, or Lotte World. Travelers on a layover in Seoul can visit Dongdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Lotte World, by traveling 31.6 mi, 30.6 mi, and 35.7 mi, respectively after landing at Incheon Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Incheon Intl for about $54 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Beijing to San Francisco flights?

    Beijing to San Francisco flights have a layover in Tokyo least often.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Beijing to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Beijing to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Beijing to San Francisco. 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 junio 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$765Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,022Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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