Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Beijing — $407

The route San Francisco — Beijing is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including United Airlines, Philippine Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Perimeter Aviation Ltd., Frontier Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Air China, and All Nippon Airways. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $407) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

The distance between San Francisco and Beijing is 9502km (5891 miles). There are 2 direct flights from San Francisco to Beijing. The time difference between San Francisco and Beijing is 16h. Flights from San Francisco begin at 10:20 AM. The latest flight from San Francisco departs at 10:20 AM

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the Bay Area’s primary international gateway and a major hub for full-service carriers, so it typically handles long-haul and connecting flights alongside some domestic services. It sits about 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, with BART trains taking roughly 30–40 minutes to reach the city center and fares generally in the low-to-mid single digits; taxis and ride-shares can take 20–40 minutes depending on traffic and usually cost noticeably more. SFO offers extensive lounges and amenities, which can be convenient for transfers, but busy terminals and peak-time queues can add to transit time. Overall it’s well equipped for international travel but can be pricier and busier than smaller regional options.

Beijing is served primarily by Beijing Capital International (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International (PKX), with both acting as major international hubs while Daxing is often positioned as the newer, ultra‑modern gateway. Full‑service carriers and many SkyTeam/Star Alliance members operate from Capital and Daxing, while domestic budget and regional flights can be concentrated across terminals; fares can vary widely depending on carrier and booking window. Each airport lies roughly 30–50 km from the city center: Capital is about 30 km northeast, Daxing about 45 km south. Fast options include the Airport Express/fast rail and intercity trains (30–60 min), taxis and app rides (45–75 min) with typical fares ranging widely based on time and traffic. Pros: extensive connections and modern facilities; cons: long transfer times, potential heavy traffic and crowded terminals during peak periods.

In different months, ticket prices from San Francisco to Beijing vary: minimum — $492 (August 2026), maximum — $522 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $512–$1,044.