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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?
In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,055. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in January, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,085.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Beijing?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Beijing from San Francisco is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,278. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,543. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Beijing.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Beijing?
In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Beijing when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,104. Flying to Beijing in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,550.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Beijing flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Beijing?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing from San Francisco when booking 19 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing for around $1,341 when searching 19 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing from San Francisco for as low as $982 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Beijing flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Beijing flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Beijing?
China Eastern, Asiana Airlines, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Beijing
What airlines fly to Beijing?
Air China, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from San Francisco according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Beijing on average per week?
6 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Beijing as of March 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.
When to book flights from San Francisco to Beijing
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How far is San Francisco to Beijing by plane?
San Francisco and Beijing are 5900.4 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?
As of March 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Beijing.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Beijing?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Beijing.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Beijing. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Beijing?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Beijing is Boeing 777-300 (34.95% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (30.00%), Boeing 777 (28.99%), and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (2.84%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Beijing?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Beijing is United Airlines (23% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Cathay Pacific (18%), Air China (17%), and Asiana Airlines (9%).
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Beijing
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Beijing with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $685 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 94 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $702 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 842 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $732 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.3 829 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $733 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 440 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $752 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 136 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $915 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 722 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $974 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 837 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $981 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 1,050 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,029 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 81 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,048 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.4 1,169 reviews |
United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Beijing
United Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Beijing start from $1,093 round-trip. Over the 3 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,504 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Beijing?
Finding the right flight to Beijing from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Beijing quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from San Francisco to Beijing with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from San Francisco to Beijing on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Beijing?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Beijing from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Beijing now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Beijing and let you know when they change.