Cheap Flights to China from $559 (2026/2027)

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Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PEK
Capital Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,003
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Aug 31 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Capital Intl., returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $1,003 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, just found
$1,003
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,003 just found
Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CAN
Baiyun Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,003
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Sep 13 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Baiyun Intl., returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $1,003 found 10 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
$1,077 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,077
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Tue, Dec 1, priced at $1,077 found 2 hours ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PKX
Daxing Intl.
$1,078 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,078
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daxing Intl., returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $1,078 found 5 days ago
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 13
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SHA
Hongqiao Intl.
$1,078 Roundtrip, just found
$1,078
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hongqiao Intl., returning Sun, Sep 13, priced at $1,078 just found
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 18
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PEK
Capital Intl.
$1,081 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,081
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Capital Intl., returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $1,081 found 3 hours ago
Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 22
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
WUH
Tianhe Intl.
$1,106 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,106
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Sun, Sep 13 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Tianhe Intl., returning Tue, Sep 22, priced at $1,106 found 4 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SINGuangzhouAugust 31 to September 4$253
SINChongqingJuly 2 to July 8$321
SINWuhanJuly 16 to July 20$323
HKGXiamenJune 24 to July 28$323
SINShenzhenJuly 2 to July 8$326
SINXiamenAugust 15 to September 2$353
HKGShenzhenJune 4 to June 8$619
FCOGuangzhouJune 8 to June 23$645
FCOBeijingJune 7 to June 12$741
FCOBeijingJune 7 to June 12$741
FCOShanghaiJune 4 to June 10$789
FCOShanghaiJune 4 to June 10$789
FCOChongqingJune 8 to July 4$819
FCOChengduJune 25 to July 5$879
FCOShenzhenJune 30 to July 8$952
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
HKGGuangzhouMay 23 to May 29$253
HKGWuhanMay 22 to May 25$255
HKGLangfangMay 24 to May 28$277
HKGShanghaiMay 23 to June 9$282
HKGShanghaiMay 23 to June 9$282
HKGBeijingMay 23 to May 26$299
HKGChengduMay 24 to May 31$375
SINGuangzhouMay 22 to May 26$438
SINShanghaiMay 22 to May 26$461
SINShanghaiMay 22 to May 26$461
NRTShenzhenMay 23 to May 28$566
FCOBeijingMay 24 to June 9$748
FCOBeijingMay 24 to June 9$748
FCOShanghaiMay 24 to June 3$764
FCOShanghaiMay 24 to June 3$764
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best China Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Lanou International Hotel Beijing Guomao Gaobeidian Metro Station Branch
4.0-star property

Lanou International Hotel Beijing Guomao Gaobeidian Metro Station Branch

Jul 23 - Jul 29

6 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (PEK)

Air Canada • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,925, price is now $1,480 per person
$1,480
per person
found 1 day ago
Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road
3.5-star property

Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road

Jul 15 - Jul 20

5 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai (PVG)

Korean Air • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,239, price is now $1,679 per person
$1,679
per person
found 1 day ago
Zhi Resort Beijing
4.0-star property

Zhi Resort Beijing

Jul 23 - Jul 29

6 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (PEK)

Air Canada • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,351, price is now $1,931 per person
$1,931
per person
found 1 day ago
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Conrad Shanghai

Conrad Shanghai

5 out of 5
789 Nanjing Road East Shanghai Shanghai
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Bund and Nanjing Road Shopping District are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I just wrapped up a 10 visit to Shanghai, and spent my entire time at the Conrad Hilton property. I was pleased with the very central location in the city of the hotel, and from my 39th floor room I was more than happy with the sweeping city views, looking directly down on the green oasis of the ..."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

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Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

5 out of 5
111 Pudong South Road Shanghai Shanghai
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The Bund and Shanghai Tower are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (778 reviews)
"Mandarin Oriental was amazing, beautiful room so clean, wonderful staff. Cannot fault this property, view from room wonderful. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Opens in a new windowMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

4.5 out of 5
505 Jiujiang Road Shanghai Shanghai
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions The Bund and Nanjing Road Shopping District are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We stayed 8 nights. Room was spacious and very clean. Breakfast was very good. Plenty of options to eat. Very convenient neighbourhood. Staff were very friendly and efficient."

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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The Garden Hotel Guangzhou

The Garden Hotel Guangzhou

5 out of 5
368 Huanshi Dong Lu Guangzhou Guangdong
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Taikoo Hui are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Always excellent staying here."

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Opens in a new windowThe Garden Hotel Guangzhou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to China?
Based on prices found over the last seven days on Travelocity, a roundtrip flight to China started at as little as $253. If you can be flexible with your dates, it will be easy to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to China departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to China?
If you've been dreaming of a getaway in China, August is the cheapest period to jet off. This is according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Work out your preferred travel dates and reserve your flights today.
How can I check my flight status to China?
Check for status updates on your flight to China, make changes to your journey and a whole lot more from our "Trips" portal. Found at the top right of our homepage, it's your one-stop shop for viewing and managing your bookings. All you have to do is log in or open an account in seconds. Savvy adventurers will also enjoy the Travelocity app. You'll get real-time travel updates, along with the ability to book hotels, flights and rental cars while you're out and about. If you have family flying with you, it's also a quick way to share your travel itinerary with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to China?
One of the easiest ways to snag an awesome deal is to be flexible with your dates. First, search for your flight to China, then hit the "Flexible dates" box above the results. This will let you compare prices for the surrounding dates. Another tip? Book sooner than later. To give you an idea of fares, $253 was the most affordable price for a return flight to China in the last seven days. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to China with Travelocity?
From cheap flights to China to rental cars and hotels, Travelocity is your one-stop shop for amazing adventures. With everything you need in one place, you can spend more time gearing up for the fun things you'll be getting up to in China and less time on the travel details. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and 24/7 customer support before, during and after your trip, our mission is to make your next break a hassle-free one.
What are the most popular flight routes to China?
Take a look at these leading flight routes to China and start organizing your next big adventure:

  • Shanghai (SHA-Hongqiao Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 8,493 flights a month.
  • Chongqing (CKG-Jiangbei Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 6,556 flights a month.
  • Hangzhou (HGH-Xiaoshan Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 6,235 flights a month.

How much is a flight to China on average?
Get your next great adventure off to a good start by nabbing an awesome deal with Travelocity. In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to China cost between $253 and $1,106. Take a look at our site and secure an airfare that matches your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to China?
The duration of a direct flight to China can vary, but here's an idea of the average travel times for a selection of popular routes:

  • Shanghai (SHA-Hongqiao Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 2 hours and 25 minutes
  • Chongqing (CKG-Jiangbei Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 2 hours and 9 minutes
  • Hangzhou (HGH-Xiaoshan Intl.) to Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 2 hours and 10 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to China?
The time your flight takes and whether you're flying with a budget or full-service carrier play a major role. If you're searching for long-haul flights to China, drinks, food and entertainment will come standard. Interested in cheap flights for family vacations? Check out your options with low-cost carriers. These airlines typically don't come with as many inclusions, or they'll be available as add-ons.

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