Cheap flights from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital 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 Capital to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International

Beijing Capital to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing Capital 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 foundP44,332
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time11 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week16

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International is P44,332. 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 Capital to San Francisco International.
Air China and United fly direct from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International.
As of February 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to San Francisco International is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, 18 March 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.
Currently, Asiana Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

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.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PEK to SFO. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Arriving at 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 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.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.