$386 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Wuhan (WUH)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Wuhan (SFO-WUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $386 for one-way flights and $745 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cathay Pacific
Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Dec 1
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$745 Roundtrip, just found
$745
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $745 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$754 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$754
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $754 found 2 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Dec 1
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$761 Roundtrip, just found
$761
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $761 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$762 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$762
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $762 found 4 hours ago
Air China
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 3
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$766 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$766
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $766 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 7
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$776 Roundtrip, just found
$776
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $776 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$782 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$782
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $782 found 2 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$789 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$789
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $789 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Dec 23
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$789 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$789
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $789 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11
SFO
San Francisco
WUH
Wuhan
$792 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$792
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from San Francisco to Wuhan, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $792 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Wuhan (WUH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $745 - $1,289 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Wuhan (WUH)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Tianhe Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Korean Air, United
Roundtrip price
$745
Distance
6464 mi
Average flight time
13 hours 25 mins

San Francisco to Wuhan Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Wuhan

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 San Francisco to Wuhan are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Wuhan with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Wuhan: 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 San Francisco to Wuhan

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 San Francisco to Wuhan in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $386 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 San Francisco to Wuhan 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 San Francisco to Wuhan 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) starting from $1420. Reserve your seat and take off on your trip. 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 China Southern Airlines flight leaving SFO on July 15 2025 and touching down at WUH. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to WUH?
Catch a direct flight from SFO to WUH in November to take advantage of cheaper tickets. You can find a one-way China Southern Airlines flight for $657 leaving on November 20 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
You can travel nonstop from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) on a China Southern Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to WUH?
Take off from SFO to WUH with China Southern Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $657. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
On average, you can take your pick of 2 nonstop flights flying from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) weekly. If you don't find one that works for your schedule, consider hopping on a flight that has a layover. Customize your search on Expedia to include one or more stops and choose the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
More passengers fly between SFO and WUH at 11 PM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to WUH?
Travel on a Thursday if you're after the best selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s first flight to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) leaves at approximately 11:35PM UTC-8. With a travel duration of 14h 45m, you'll touch down at around 6:20AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
It takes roughly 14 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 6,500 mi from SFO to WUH.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to WUH?
China Southern Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH), with an on-time score of 94%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you go and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
To touch down at Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) on time, pick a flight that takes off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Wuhan from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) is the only airport in Wuhan with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Check out the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to WUH right before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to WUH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SFO to WUH flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tianhe Intl. Airport (WUH)?
If you booked your SFO to WUH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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