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San Francisco.488 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 488 €, select.
San Francisco.489 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 489 €, select.
San Francisco.525 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 525 €, select.
San Francisco.677 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 29 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 677 €, select.
San Francisco.678 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Sun, 15 Mar.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 678 €, select.
San Francisco.681 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 25 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 681 €, select.
San Francisco.682 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 12 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 682 €, select.
San Francisco.696 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 696 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from 866 €
May
from 682 €
Jun
from 699 €
Jul
from 742 €
Aug
from 525 €
Sep
from 861 €
Oct
from 489 €
Nov
from 488 €
Dec
from 883 €
Jan
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Feb
from 924 €
Mar
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Direct flights from Beijing to San Francisco International

Beijing to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Beijing to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found488 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to San Francisco International is 488 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to San Francisco International.
Air China and United fly direct from Beijing to San Francisco International.
As of April 2025, there are 36 flights per week flying from Beijing to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to San Francisco International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • There are two main airports to choose from in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when planning your flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

  • Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 2 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 15 hours behind Beijing.

  • The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), with 13 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to SFO is the 13:30 Air China service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:20 with United.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Beijing to SFO, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Get there in one go from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) can be booked from here.

  • You can book a direct flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport with United. This top carrier operates departures from PEK.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Beijing to SFO departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • PEK is approximately 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a handy hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Looking for other options for a direct flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)? Browse the fares departing from Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • United has direct flights from Beijing to SFO out of PKX. Book your preferred aisle seat and reach your destination in one go.

  • Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Daxing International Airport:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's centre in around 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is approximately 56 kilometres away.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to SFO? Kick back in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco is about 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • It takes around 47 minutes to get there by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport is 265 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 488 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book 9 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Beijing to SFO within that timeframe.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Beijing to SFO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport.

The best time to fly from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to San Francisco. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Before you book a flight from Beijing to SFO, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flights from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about San Francisco

  • Start your San Francisco trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.

Complete your San Francisco trip with a car rental

  • Exit all those tabs and leave the hard work to us. We've also got awesome deals on car rentals in San Francisco once you've booked your cheap flight from Beijing to San Francisco International Airport. Instantly compare prices all in one place and drive off with the perfect ride for less.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beijing to San Francisco

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