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  1. Flights
  2. China
  3. Beijing
  4. San Francisco - Beijing

Flights from San Francisco to Beijing

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SFO - BJS
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416€
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Distance: 9,503 km
San Francisco airports
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)How far from city centre: 18 km
Beijing airports
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)How far from city centre: 22 km
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)How far from city centre: 44 km

Book your flight from San Francisco to Beijing

Find direct and indirect flights from San Francisco to Beijing (China) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €416, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from San Francisco to Beijing takes around 15 h and 25 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting San Francisco and Beijing

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
  • Arrival airport: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Weather in Beijing

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Beijing, the average temperature floats around 30ºC in the warmest months and -8ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 31ºC
  • Lows: down to -9ºC
  • Hottest month: July
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: December
  • Wettest month: August

How to save when flying from San Francisco to Beijing

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from San Francisco to Beijing:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Beijing. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Francisco to Beijing

On average, what is the price of a San Francisco to Beijing flight?
When flying from San Francisco to Beijing the average price will be €1333. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from San Francisco to Beijing, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between San Francisco and Beijing. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for San Francisco to Beijing flights?
The most popular month for flights from San Francisco to Beijing are: September, July and November.
When is the best time to travel from San Francisco to Beijing?
A good period of the year to visit Beijing from San Francisco really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, June is the best month to fly to Beijing from San Francisco, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by August and January. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds July, December and May are the months with fewer searches for the route San Francisco -  Beijing.
What is the duration of a flight from San Francisco to Beijing?
Flight time, on average, from San Francisco to Beijing is usually 15 h and 24 m on average, at an average distance of 9,503.07 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Beijing compared to San Francisco?
The average temperature in San Francisco is 17º degrees in summer. Beijing reaches 25º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around -2º degrees in Beijing, compared to the 11º average degrees in San Francisco.

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