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$425+ Cheap flights from Capital, China (PEK) 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEK — SFO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Capital to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Capital (PEK) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$699
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$425
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,094

Good round-trip deal

$1,000 or less

Good one-way deal

$621 or less
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Cheapest flights from Capital to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Capital to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/293:35 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop14h 25mAsiana Airlines
Wed 11/511:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/14$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/153:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 00mAsiana Airlines
Sun 11/3011:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop22h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/15$706
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/293:35 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop14h 25mAsiana Airlines
Sun 2/111:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop24h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/15$709
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 11/710:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/16$721
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAsiana Airlines
Tue 2/311:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/15$723
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:45 amPEK - SFO
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/57:30 amSFO - PEK
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$730
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:55 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 2/410:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/16$735
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 50mAsiana Airlines
Thu 4/211:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop23h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/16$737
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:25 amPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/2611:25 amSFO - PEK
1 stop21h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/16$743
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:25 amPEK - SFO
1 stop22h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/210:55 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 9/1710:40 amPEK - SFO
1 stop19h 50mAsiana Airlines
Thu 11/611:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop18h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 9/14$746

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

Fly from

Capital

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/29

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:30 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/29

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

11:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 10m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/15

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/5

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

11:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 10m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/1

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/30

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 10m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/27

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Fri 10/31

10:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:30 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Fri 10/31

10:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

11:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 10m

$709

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/3

3:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

11:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$709

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The best insider tips for Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Beijing Capital Airport 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, taking 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 Capital to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Capital with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 PEK to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Capital 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 September 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco?

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 September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, and Air China from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
480 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
480 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
480 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
480 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
480 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Capital 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 Capital?

    For a flight from Beijing Capital to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 2 inbound flights from Beijing Capital per day. 3 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Beijing Capital on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco?

    For as low as $709, Asiana Airlines can have you in San Francisco from Beijing Capital Airport in 14h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5895 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Asiana Airlines ($704), Air China ($718), and United Airlines ($955) offers the cheapest pricing from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco. Asiana Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    While on average a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco is generally $2,119, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $572. When looking at the most popular route, (Beijing Capital - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $709 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Capital 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 Capital Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 3 airlines flying from Capital to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Capital 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$704Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$718Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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