$458 Cheap Flights from Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $458 for one-way flights and $773 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Korean Air
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Jan 20
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$773 Roundtrip, just found
$773
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $773 just found
Asiana Airlines
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Jan 20
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$773 Roundtrip, just found
$773
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $773 just found
Asiana Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 26
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$774 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$774
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $774 found 3 hours ago
Hainan Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 27
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$785 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$785
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $785 found 1 day ago
Hainan Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Nov 22
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$786 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$786
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $786 found 4 days ago
Hainan Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 27
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$792 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$792
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $792 found 4 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 22
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$819 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$819
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $819 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Tue, Oct 21 - Sun, Apr 5
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$844 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$844
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Sun, Apr 5, priced at $844 found 4 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 10
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$945 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$945
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $945 found 1 day ago
Air China
Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
PEK
Beijing
SFO
San Francisco
$965 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$965
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Beijing to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $965 found 2 days ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $767 - $1,097 per traveler.

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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 $1,189
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $1,189
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, Delta, EVA Airways, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$773
Distance
5898 mi
Average flight time
-2 hours -47 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 November. 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 $458 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.

 

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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?
Book cheap return fares starting at $963 from Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving PEK on August 5 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PEK to SFO?
The cheapest flights from PEK to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
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 PEK to SFO?
With prices starting from $571 for a one-way journey from PEK to SFO, United is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PEK on September 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
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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