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Lowest fare¥3,350Philippine Airlines
Fastest11h 30mgate to gate
Options found133flights on this route
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Philippine Airlines
Philippine Airlines
PR-359
12:55
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
22H :50 M
1 Stop
MNL · 5h 15m Manila (MNL), Philippines
20:45
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Asiana Air
Asiana Air
OZ-332
10:50
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
19H :40 M
1 Stop
ICN · 7h 15m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
15:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Asiana Air
Asiana Air
OZ-3365
10:55
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
19H :35 M
1 Stop
GMP · 6h 50m Seoul (GMP), South Korea
15:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air Canada
Air Canada
AC-30
20:05
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
17H :56 M
1 Stop
YVR · 4h 50m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
23:01
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air China
Air China
CA-123
08:40
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
22H :26 M
2 Stops
ICN · 6h 15m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
YVR · 1h 55m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
16:06
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air China
Air China
CA-135
12:10
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
18H :56 M
2 Stops
ICN · 2h 45m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
YVR · 1h 55m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
16:06
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air China
Air China
CA-125
13:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
17H :36 M
2 Stops
ICN · 1h 20m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
YVR · 1h 55m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
16:06
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air Canada
Air Canada
AC-30
20:05
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
36H :23 M
2 Stops
YVR · 19h 45m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
YYC · 1h 31m Calgary (YYC), Canada
17:28
2026-10-31
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air Canada
Air Canada
AC-30
20:05
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
16H :37 M
1 Stop
YVR · 3h 30m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
21:42
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Air Canada
Air Canada
AC-30
20:05
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
28H :24 M
1 Stop
YVR · 15h 15m Vancouver (YVR), Canada
09:29
2026-10-31
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Korean Air Lines
Korean Air Lines
KE-864
01:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
24H :05 M
1 Stop
ICN · 11h 40m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
10:35
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-395
03:25
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
22H :05 M
1 Stop
HKG · 6h 30m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
10:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-395
03:25
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
33H :30 M
1 Stop
HKG · 17h 55m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-345
07:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
18H :00 M
1 Stop
HKG · 2h 20m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
10:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-345
07:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
29H :25 M
1 Stop
HKG · 13h 45m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-347
10:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
26H :55 M
1 Stop
HKG · 11h 05m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-335
12:00
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
24H :55 M
1 Stop
HKG · 9h 10m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-391
13:45
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
23H :10 M
1 Stop
HKG · 7h 25m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-331
16:45
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
20H :10 M
1 Stop
HKG · 4h 25m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-331
16:45
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
32H :45 M
1 Stop
HKG · 17h 00m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
10:30
2026-10-31
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-393
18:35
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
18H :20 M
1 Stop
HKG · 2h 35m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-393
18:35
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
30H :55 M
1 Stop
HKG · 15h 10m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
10:30
2026-10-31
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International

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Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-337
19:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
17H :25 M
1 Stop
HKG · 1h 40m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
21:55
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
CX-337
19:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
30H :00 M
1 Stop
HKG · 14h 15m Hong Kong (HKG), Hong Kong
10:30
2026-10-31
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Korean Air Lines
Korean Air Lines
KE-864
01:30
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
29H :00 M
1 Stop
ICN · 16h 40m Seoul (ICN), South Korea
15:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International
Korean Air Lines
Korean Air Lines
KE-2052
11:45
2026-10-30
Beijing (PEK)ChinaCapital
18H :45 M
1 Stop
GMP · 6h 15m Seoul (GMP), South Korea
15:30
2026-10-30
SAN FRANCISCO (SFO)United StatesSan Francisco International

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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare ¥3,350 Philippine Airlines 12:55
Earliest departure ¥10,820 Air France 00:05
Shortest duration ¥4,498 United Airlines 19:20
Night 00:00-05:59 ¥4,005 Korean Air Lines at 01:30
Morning 06:00-11:59 ¥3,423 Asiana Air at 10:50
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ¥3,350 Philippine Airlines at 12:55
Evening 18:00-23:59 ¥3,576 Air Canada at 20:05

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Beijing (PEK)

Capital

China

GMT 8

Latitude: 40.080101013183594

Longitude: 116.58499908447266

San Francisco (SFO)

San Francisco International

United States

GMT -8

Latitude: 37.61899948120117

Longitude: -122.375

Distance: Beijing (PEK), China to San Francisco (SFO), United States - 9,494.07 km
Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in Beijing and San Francisco

Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.

Departure city

Beijing

Thu, 15 Oct
23°CClear skyLow 10°
18% humidity 23 km/h wind
  • Mon25° / 17°
  • Tue21° / 8°
  • Wed21° / 10°
Arrival city

San Francisco

Thu, 15 Oct
18°CPartly cloudyLow 10°
88% humidity 4 km/h wind
  • Mon17° / 11°
  • Tue18° / 11°
  • Wed16° / 9°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for San Francisco

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).

  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMonday
  • 11NovVeterans DayWednesday
  • 26NovThanksgiving DayThursday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel Beijing to San Francisco

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹64,37011h 30m1 flight
Connecting flight₹47,943Longer, includes a stop132 options

Air distance is about 9,494 km. 22 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Beijing to San Francisco

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

Air China Flights

from ¥3,94427 flights
Fares from
¥3,944
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
27 in the list above

China Eastern Flights

from ¥4,40622 flights
Fares from
¥4,406
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
22 in the list above

Cathay Pacific Flights

from ¥4,05821 flights
Fares from
¥4,058
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
21 in the list above

Air France Flights

from ¥10,82010 flights
Fares from
¥10,820
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
10 in the list above

All Nippon Airways Flights

from ¥5,9167 flights
Fares from
¥5,916
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
7 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration11h 30m · United Airlines
First departure of the day00:05 · Air France
Last departure of the day22:00 · Air China
Flight options found133
Direct / non-stop options1
Airport codesBeijing–PEK, San Francisco–SFO

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 133 flight options, 1 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 00:05 and the last around 22:00. The fastest flight takes about 11h 30m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from ¥3,350, Morning from ¥3,423, Evening from ¥3,576, Night from ¥4,005. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Beijing

Beijing brings imperial palaces, hutong lanes and large modern districts into a city that rewards geographical planning. The Forbidden City and nearby central sights form one group, while the Summer Palace and Great Wall require separate outings. Travellers from India arriving at Beijing Capital Airport should distinguish it from Daxing Airport before arranging a pickup. The Capital Airport rail connection is useful for reaching the urban network, but the final transfer depends on the hotel district.

Read more about Beijing

What's new in Beijing

  • December 2025: the central section of Metro Line 17 opened between Workers' Stadium and Shilihe, adding connections through eastern central Beijing.
  • January 2026: Wangjingxi station opened on Line 17, creating another interchange with Lines 13 and 15 for journeys across northern Beijing.

Tips for travellers from India

Dongzhimen is a practical base when the airport rail connection is the main concern. A Qianmen stay instead places the focus on the older central streets. These choices serve different itineraries: a convenient arrival interchange and a heritage neighbourhood are not the same location.

Build a central day around the Forbidden City and its surroundings rather than appending the Summer Palace at the far end of the afternoon. The palace gardens deserve a separate northwest outing. A Great Wall excursion is a third commitment beyond the urban sightseeing circuit, with its own road journey and walking route.

Keep Capital and Daxing airport names visible in any transfer booking, especially when arriving on one airline and leaving on another. For evenings, remain in the neighbourhood already being explored: hutong lanes reward a slower walk, whereas the main avenues around the large monuments create much longer distances than a compact map implies. Qianmen and Dongzhimen therefore offer two distinct starting points for the same city.

Best time to visit Beijing

April to May or September to October, about 10–25°C, for open-air sites.

Places to visit in Beijing

Palace MuseumTemple of HeavenSummer PalaceTiananmen SquareJingshan ParkHouhai

How to reach Beijing

By Air: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 30 km northeast of central Beijing; Airport Express rail reaches Dongzhimen in roughly 30 minutes. Taxis and airport buses also operate.

By Rail: Beijing railway stations serve high-speed and conventional routes; the metro links major districts.

By Road: Airport buses and taxis connect PEK with city districts; long-distance coaches use separate terminals.

What to do in Beijing

Book a Palace Museum visit.
Walk the Temple of Heaven park.
Spend a half-day at the Summer Palace.
View central Beijing from Jingshan Park.

Beijing airport information

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Asiana Airlines moved its Beijing Capital arrivals and departures from Terminal 3 to Terminal 2 on 1 September 2026. Terminal assignments differ by airline and route, so a connecting booking needs its own terminal check.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Beijing to San Francisco flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Beijing to San Francisco dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at ¥3,350. This can change from week to week.

How far is Beijing from San Francisco by air?

The direct air distance between Beijing (PEK) and San Francisco (SFO) is about 9,494 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from PEK to SFO?

Yes. 1 non-stop flight is listed on this page for Beijing to San Francisco. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Beijing to San Francisco?

Air China, China Eastern, Cathay Pacific, Air France and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Beijing to San Francisco?

The quickest non-stop Beijing to San Francisco flight on this page takes about 11h 30m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on Beijing to San Francisco flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces, 1 Pieces and 46KG (23 KG X 2 pcs). Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Beijing to San Francisco flight fare?

The lowest Beijing to San Francisco fare on this page is ¥3,350. Fares on the same dates run up to ¥48,196, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do Beijing to San Francisco flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 00:05 and the last around 22:00, local time at Beijing. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

Why does the price change after clicking Book Now?

Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.

Before you book this route

Check the airport codes PEK–SFO, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

Where these fares come from

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United States travel guide for Indian travellers

Planning more than the flight? Our United States guide covers the visa process for Indian passport holders, best time to go, how long to plan for, and which places are worth the days you have. Long-haul city breaks and national parks.

Read the United States travel guide

What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Approx route distance: 9,494.07 km.

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Lowest Beijing to San Francisco airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare ¥3,350 30/10/2026 Philippine Airlines 12:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ¥3,283 07/11/2026 Philippine Airlines 12:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days ¥3,183 06/01/2027 Philippine Airlines 12:55

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Beijing to San Francisco Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Beijing and San Francisco is about 9,494 KM. In these results, journey times range from 11h 30m to 54h 34m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Beijing to San Francisco Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 133 flight options, 1 of them non-stop. The first departure from Beijing is at 00:05 and the last is at 22:00. Flights leave from Capital and land at San Francisco International.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteBeijing to San Francisco
Aerial Distance9,494 KM
Flight Duration11h 30m - 54h 34m
Airport CodesBeijing - PEK, San Francisco - SFO
Total Flights Available133 flights1 direct132 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 00:05
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 22:00
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)31 flights0 direct31 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)27 flights0 direct27 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)23 flights0 direct23 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)33 flights1 direct32 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)19 flights0 direct19 with layovers

Airport Information & Terminals

PEK: Beijing airport system. Beijing routes can involve Capital Airport or Daxing. The airport choice changes transfer time, so match it with your hotel district, visa plan and onward rail or domestic connection.

SFO: San Francisco International Airport. SFO connects by BART to the city, while cabs or app rides are easier for Silicon Valley, family luggage or late arrivals. Fog and bridge traffic can affect plans.

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