$446 Cheap Flights from Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Popular airlines from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

Cheap Flights from Beijing to San Francisco (PEK-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $446 for one-way flights and $742 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Philippine Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 10
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$742 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$742
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $742 found 4 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 21
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$743 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $743 found 23 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 17
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$743 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $743 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 3
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$746 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$746
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $746 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 28
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$747 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$747
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $747 found 1 hour ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Sun, Feb 22
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$749 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$749
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $749 found 3 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Nov 6
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$753 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$753
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $753 found 2 days ago
All Nippon Airways
Wed, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 25
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$758 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $758 found 4 days ago
Korean Air
Sun, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 24
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$775 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$775
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $775 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Nov 17
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$847 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$847
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $847 found 19 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $757 - $1,307 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $743
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $743
Flights from Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Capital Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, EVA Airways, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$741
Distance
5898 mi
Average flight time
12 hours 40 mins

Beijing to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Beijing to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Beijing to San Francisco are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Beijing to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Beijing to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Beijing to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Beijing to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Beijing to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $446 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Beijing to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Beijing to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $446 or cheap return flight from $742 from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
September is the most affordable month to fly from PEK to SFO. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can fly straight from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Air China and United Airlines are some well-known airlines offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) can vary depending on travel dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a PEK to SFO flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, there is just 1 nonstop flight taking off from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) every day. If this isn't convenient for you, check out flights with a layover. Just customize your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 7 PM departures from PEK to SFO are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from PEK to SFO?
Travel on a Wednesday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The earliest flight taking off from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) is at around 1:05PM UTC+8. Board this plane and you'll touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 9:50AM UTC-8. The total time in the air is 12h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes approximately 11 hours and 35 minutes to fly the 5,900 mi from PEK to SFO.
What is the best time to fly from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Choose a flight from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK). Explore the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PEK to SFO shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PEK to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a PEK to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your PEK to SFO flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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