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$513+ Cheap flights from Capital, China (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

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PEK — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$762
(Asiana Airlines)

One-way from

$513
(Korean Air)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,512

Good round-trip deal

$1,128 or less

Good one-way deal

$628 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 July 3, 2025.

This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/153:30 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop15h 00mAsiana Airlines
Mon 11/311:30 pmSFO - PEK
1 stop24h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/1$762
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:40 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/1312:05 amSFO - PEK
1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/1$764
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:30 amPEK - SFO
1 stop24h 10mKorean Air
Fri 11/711:40 amSFO - PEK
1 stop33h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 7/1$775
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:05 pmPEK - SFO
2 stops33h 18mAir Canada
Wed 10/221:05 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops36h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$862
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:05 pmPEK - SFO
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2610:59 pmSFO - PEK
2 stops27h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$875
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:20 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:10 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$963
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:05 pmPEK - SFO
Nonstop12h 45mAir China
Sat 11/2911:05 amSFO - PEK
Nonstop14h 25mAir China
Deal found 7/1$976

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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 July 3, 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

Mon 9/15

3:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

11:30 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$762

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

1:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

11:40 am-9:25 am

1 stop29h 45m

$775

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/9

6:05 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops33h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

1:05 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$862

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/17

7:40 am-3:28 pm

2 stops22h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

8:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$879

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/5

7:20 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

11:10 am-5:25 pm

Nonstop14h 15m

$963

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/5

1:05 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop12h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

11:05 am-5:30 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

$976

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Sun 8/24

1:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 30m

$513

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/9

3:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$515

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/18

8:05 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$523

BeijingSan Francisco

PEK - SFO

PEKSFO

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/5

1:05 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop12h 45m

$567

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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.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 $360). 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 July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% 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 Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Capital 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from PEK 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).

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, ANA, and Asiana Airlines 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
1,101 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8.4
Very good
893 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
452 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
921 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 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.

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

    According to our current data, Asiana Airlines ($762), Korean Air ($775), and Air Canada ($901) offers the cheapest pricing from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco. Asiana Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $513. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco for a low price.

  • 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 $2,522, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $589. When looking at the most popular route, (Beijing Capital - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $744 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 $360). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$718Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$765Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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