Cheap Flights to China from $459 (2025/2026)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To China?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 2
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
XMN
Xiamen Intl.
$898 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$898
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Xiamen Intl., returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $898 found 4 days ago
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
$898 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$898
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $898 found 3 days ago
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Nov 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CAN
Baiyun Intl.
$914 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$914
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Baiyun Intl., returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $914 found 3 days ago
Sun, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 15
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SZX
Shenzhen Intl.
$945 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$945
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Shenzhen Intl., returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $945 found 5 days ago
Mon, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 15
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SZX
Shenzhen Intl.
$957 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$957
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 29 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Shenzhen Intl., returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $957 found 4 days ago
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PEK
Capital Intl.
$957 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$957
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Capital Intl., returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $957 found 3 days ago
Tue, Sep 9 - Mon, Nov 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
WUH
Tianhe Intl.
$1,054 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,054
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Tianhe Intl., returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $1,054 found 6 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
ICNShenzhenJune 12 to June 19$165
HKGChongqingMay 16 to May 20$188
HKGXiamenMay 15 to May 19$198
SINWuhanJune 18 to August 22$225
SINChongqingMay 22 to May 28$227
NRTShenzhenMay 21 to May 24$252
SINXiamenMay 18 to May 20$262
SINChengduMay 17 to May 24$273
NRTChongqingMay 19 to May 23$289
NRTChengduMay 15 to May 19$293
FCOShanghaiMay 18 to May 28$478
FCOShanghaiMay 18 to May 28$478
FCOBeijingMay 21 to June 3$478
HKGShenzhenJune 12 to June 18$716
FCOChongqingMay 19 to May 23$775
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
HKGShanghaiMay 3 to May 7$210
HKGShanghaiMay 3 to May 7$210
SINShenzhenMay 3 to May 9$221
SINGuangzhouMay 3 to May 6$241
HKGChongqingMay 3 to May 6$247
SINLangfangMay 3 to May 6$253
HKGBeijingMay 3 to May 19$279
SINChengduMay 3 to May 12$404
HKGGuangzhouMay 4 to May 15$418
NRTGuangzhouMay 3 to May 12$528
HNDBeijingMay 4 to May 8$598
NRTShanghaiMay 3 to May 7$602
LAXBeijingMay 2 to May 25$884
LAXChongqingMay 4 to May 18$955
LAXXiamenMay 2 to May 9$1,063
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best China Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
DequanHotelShuangqiaoSubwayStationBranch
2.5-star property

DequanHotelShuangqiaoSubwayStationBranch

Jul 13 - Jul 19

6 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (PEK)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

Air Macau Company • Non-stop • Coach
per person
found 8 hours ago
Dayin Hotel (Shanghai People's Square & Suzhou River Branch)
3.5-star property

Dayin Hotel (Shanghai People's Square & Suzhou River Branch)

May 18 - May 20

2 night stay

New York (NYC) to Shanghai (PVG)

Delta • Coach

Shanghai (PVG) to New York (NYC)

United • Coach
per person
found 4 hours ago
DequanHotel ShifoyingSubwayStationBranch
3.0-star property

DequanHotel ShifoyingSubwayStationBranch

Jul 13 - Jul 19

6 night stay

San Francisco (SFO) to Beijing (PEK)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Beijing (PEK) to San Francisco (SFO)

Air Macau Company • Non-stop • Coach
per person
found 8 hours ago
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Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

4.5 out of 5
505 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai, Shanghai
Stay at this 4.5-star 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location near Nanking Rd. Very convenient"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai

Conrad Shanghai

5 out of 5
789 Nanjing Road East, Shanghai, Shanghai
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Bund and West Nanjing Road are located nearby.
"Customer service was great."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Conrad Shanghai
Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

4.5 out of 5
700 Jiujiang Road/719 Nanjing Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, Shanghai
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (320 reviews)
"Great hotel in a fantastic location. Right in the middle of all the shops with plenty of places to eat. Close to subways and connections to airports so easy to get around. You can walk to the bund in around 15-20 minutes. The staff are very helpful and speak excellent English. Would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG
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Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

5 out of 5
33 Fu Cheng Road, Pudong, Shanghai
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The Bund and Shanghai Tower are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (869 reviews)
"The service and staff were EXCELLENT! We travelled as a family and had a wonderful experience in Shanghai staying at this hotel. Buffet offered a wide variety of options and my daughter enjoyed the selection. The water view from our hotel room was amazing."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
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 $165. 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, September 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, $165 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 $165 and $1,063. 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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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.