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$439+ Cheap flights from China 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SFO
Jul 12 — Jul 191
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Cheapest flights from China to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:45 pm
SHA
-
SFO
1 stop37h 55m
China Southern
Mon 6/2212:35 am
SFO
-
SHA
2 stops22h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 6/8$717
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:00 pm
CTU
-
SFO
1 stop16h 40m
China Southern
Mon 6/2212:35 am
SFO
-
CTU
2 stops29h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 6/8$717
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 12/246:55 am
PVG
-
SFO
2 stops28h 45m
China Southern
Mon 1/411:35 pm
SFO
-
PVG
2 stops30h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 6/9$718
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/113:55 pm
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop14h 27m
Air Canada
Tue 9/157:10 am
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/8$749
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/173:55 pm
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/168:20 am
SFO
-
PVG
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$768
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/238:35 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop21h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 9/1611:20 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop24h 40m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$769
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 9/1011:30 am
CGQ
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 9/1311:20 pm
SFO
-
CGQ
1 stop19h 50m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/9$785
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/1010:30 am
DLC
-
SFO
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 9/1411:20 pm
SFO
-
DLC
1 stop19h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$785
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:05 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop29h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Fri 9/1811:20 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop21h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/8$785
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/912:25 pm
CAN
-
SFO
1 stop18h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 10/1311:20 pm
SFO
-
CAN
1 stop33h 35m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 6/11$785
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1111:10 am
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop14h 30m
Korean Air
Tue 9/1512:50 pm
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop16h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/10$795
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/151:40 pm
PVG
-
SFO
1 stop36h 00m
Korean Air
Thu 11/1211:40 am
SFO
-
PVG
1 stop32h 55m
Korean Air
Deal found 6/8$796

Find flight deals from China to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$768
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$439
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$912

Good round-trip deal

$894 or less

Good one-way deal

$599 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Guangzhou Baiyun-San Francisco flight deals.
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From China to San Francisco
One-way flight from China to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($77 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from China to San Francisco.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from China 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 June 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChangchunSan Francisco

CGQ - SFO

CGQSFO

Changchun

Thu 9/10

11:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

11:20 pm-10:10 am

1 stop19h 50m

$785

DalianSan Francisco

DLC - SFO

DLCSFO

Dalian

Thu 9/10

10:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

11:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop19h 00m

$785

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 10/9

12:25 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

11:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$785

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 11/9

9:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

12:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$824

WuhanSan Francisco

WUH - SFO

WUHSFO

Wuhan

Fri 10/16

11:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop37h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 10/19

12:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 30m

$877

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 7/26

8:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

10:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop40h 40m

$909

BeijingSan Francisco

PKX - SFO

PKXSFO

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 7/26

8:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

10:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop40h 40m

$909

ShanghaiSan Francisco

PVG - SFO

PVGSFO

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/6

5:35 pm-4:06 pm

1 stop14h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

10:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$932

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sun 11/8

2:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

$936

GuangzhouSan Francisco

CAN - SFO

CANSFO

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 10/25

3:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop17h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

9:10 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$945

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Best time to book a flight from China to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from China to San Francisco

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Francisco (average of $410). Flying from China to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 CN to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from China 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 June 12, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from China to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

How often are flights from China to San Francisco delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between China and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to San Francisco flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from China to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from China to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

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

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 June 12, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from China to San Francisco. 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.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

NRT - ICN

More restrooms in business it’s a large section with 2 only

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from China to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Asiana Airlines, China Eastern, and Vietnam Airlines can get you from China to San Francisco in just under 16h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6880 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 Francisco one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $349 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $353 and China Southern from $355 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to San Francisco (average of $410). Flying from China to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 9 airlines flying from China to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from China 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 June 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$410Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$593Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China SouthernCheapest$608Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$643Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$674Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$685Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ChinaCheapest$800Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,222Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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