How long is the flight from Dalian to San Francisco?

Airlines like Asiana Airlines and Korean Air fly from Dalian to San Francisco in about 20h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 35m. There are 5766 mi between Dalian and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dalian to San Francisco round-trip?

According to our current data, Asiana Airlines ($744), offers the cheapest pricing from Dalian to San Francisco. Asiana Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dalian to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dalian 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 day to fly from Dalian to San Francisco?

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

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.

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).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Dalian to San Francisco?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Sunday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dalian to San Francisco?

Flights from Dalian to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from Dalian to San Francisco in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at $772.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DLC to SFO?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dalian to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Dalian to San Francisco?

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

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dalian to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Dalian to San Francisco flights typically cost between $1,071 and $1,153 in February. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $818 on Asiana Airlines (Feb 18-Feb 22).

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Average price	$1,150

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dalian to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Thu 10/24:30 pmDLC - SFO

2 stops19h 00mChina Southern

Thu 10/912:35 amSFO - DLC

2 stops28h 55mChina Southern

Deal found 9/11

$920

Sat 10/46:40 amDLC - SFO

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/136:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$971

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/129:25 amSFO - DLC

2 stops59h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$972

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/136:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$977

Sat 10/46:40 amDLC - SFO

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/76:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$981

Wed 10/17:40 pmDLC - SFO

1 stop28h 25mChina Eastern

Thu 10/912:00 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 9/11

$984

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/76:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$987

Thu 10/27:50 amDLC - SFO

2 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/133:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,012

Fri 10/36:40 amDLC - SFO

2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/133:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,029

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Sat 10/46:40 amDLC - SFO

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/136:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$971

Wed 2/1810:30 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 30mAsiana Airlines

Sun 2/2211:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop17h 50mAsiana Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$986

Wed 2/182:25 pmDLC - SFO

1 stop35h 05mKorean Air

Sun 2/2211:40 amSFO - DLC

1 stop33h 35mKorean Air

Deal found 9/8

$1,060

Wed 10/11:15 pmDLC - SFO

2 stops46h 15mChina Southern

Thu 10/912:35 amSFO - DLC

2 stops32h 55mChina Southern

Deal found 9/11

$1,163

Sat 10/412:15 pmDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific

Thu 10/912:20 amSFO - DLC

1 stop29h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 9/11

$1,335

Thu 10/27:50 amDLC - SFO

2 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/133:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,012

Thu 10/27:00 amDLC - SFO

2 stops28h 30mChina Southern

Thu 10/912:35 amSFO - DLC

3 stops32h 55mChina Southern

Deal found 9/11

$1,163

Mon 9/297:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/124:45 pmSFO - DLC

2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,110

Fri 10/310:30 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 00mAsiana Airlines

Mon 10/1311:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop18h 50mAsiana Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,318

Fri 10/312:15 pmDLC - SFO

1 stop25h 25mCathay Pacific

Thu 10/912:20 amSFO - DLC

1 stop29h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 9/11

$1,335

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Discover last-minute flight deals from Dalian to San Francisco. Data last updated September 11, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/129:25 amSFO - DLC

2 stops59h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$972

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/136:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$977

Sun 9/287:50 amDLC - SFO

1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/76:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$987

Wed 10/17:40 pmDLC - SFO

1 stop28h 25mChina Eastern

Thu 10/912:00 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 9/11

$984

Thu 10/24:30 pmDLC - SFO

2 stops19h 00mChina Southern

Thu 10/912:35 amSFO - DLC

2 stops28h 55mChina Southern

Deal found 9/11

$920

Thu 10/27:50 amDLC - SFO

2 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/133:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,012

Fri 10/36:40 amDLC - SFO

2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/133:30 pmSFO - DLC

1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$1,029

Sat 10/46:40 amDLC - SFO

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/136:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$971

Sat 10/46:40 amDLC - SFO

1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/76:00 amSFO - DLC

2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$981

One-way flights from Dalian to San Francisco
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Sun 9/2110:30 amDLC - SFO

1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$405

Sun 9/214:30 pmDLC - SFO

3 stops43h 00mChina Southern

Deal found 9/10

$495

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Dalian

Wed 10/1

1:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops46h 15m

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Thu 10/9

12:35 am-12:30 am

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$1,163

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DLC - SFO

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Dalian

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-8:30 pm

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12:35 am-12:30 am

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$1,163

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Fri 10/3

10:30 am-3:30 pm

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11:30 pm-9:20 am

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Dalian

Sat 10/4

12:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

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12:20 am-8:55 pm

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$1,335

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DLC - SFO

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Fri 10/3

12:15 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop25h 25m

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Thu 10/9

12:20 am-8:55 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,335

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10.0

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Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Air Asana helped me so much because I had previously canceled flights and they booked me. They helped me through the whole process of getting a new flight. The staff was courteous and helpful kind, and they assisted me with everything that I needed. They provided plenty of water and the food was good as well. Thank you so much to the Asana airline staff.!!

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8.2

Very good

479 reviews

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8.2

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10.0

Excellent

Dana,Aug 2025

MNL - ICN

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Dalian to San Francisco?
Airlines like Asiana Airlines and Korean Air fly from Dalian to San Francisco in about 20h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 35m. There are 5766 mi between Dalian and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dalian to San Francisco round-trip?
According to our current data, Asiana Airlines ($744), offers the cheapest pricing from Dalian to San Francisco. Asiana Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from Dalian to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dalian to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dalian to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dalian to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dalian to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dalian 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 Dalian to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dalian to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dalian 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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