Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 12 hours 2 minutes. San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 15 hours behind Beijing.
You can choose from 13 weekly flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. The 10:35 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take between PEK and SFO. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:20 if early starts aren't your thing.
Getting away during a peak month like July? High seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China runs direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in San Francisco — plus maybe even more of United States if you have time.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the PEK - SFO route are:
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Haneda Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United States, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PEK to SFO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is P24,167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P44,332. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PEK to SFO.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport 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 get there, depending on the traffic.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near PEK. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 47 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12 ºC and 22 ºC. Lock in your flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 6 ºC and 16 ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PEK to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Francisco right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from PEK to SFO:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are leading attractions which should feature on any good San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your San Francisco trip.