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September 7 - September 22

Cheapest

Best

SJC - Beijing

$1,143

$1,020

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November 30 - December 3

SJC - Beijing

$1,103

$1,109

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September 5 - October 5

SJC - Beijing

$1,127

$1,134

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August 25 - September 1

SJC - Beijing

$1,165

$1,209

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September 23 - October 4

SJC - Beijing

$1,065

$1,209

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October 17 - November 5

SJC - Beijing

$1,091

$1,259

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September 6 - September 17

SJC - Beijing

$1,033

$1,270

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July 14 - July 28

Earliest

SJC - Beijing

$1,136

$1,273

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September 10 - September 17

SJC - Beijing

$1,068

$1,284

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October 10 - October 29

SJC - Beijing

$1,087

$1,307

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Insights for flights from San Jose to Beijing

Right now, fares for cheap flights from San Jose to Beijing are below the typical level. Recent fares for this route typically range from $833–$1592, with a median of $1347. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices can be challenging.

A typical journey from San Jose to Beijing takes about 38h 24m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9541 km. Given that most itineraries involve multiple stops, the overall travel time is significantly extended beyond the direct flight duration.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Beijing, the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $620. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $987, followed by March at $1136. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

Most itineraries for flights from San Jose to Beijing are connecting flights, with 0% being non-stop. When connections are necessary, most itineraries involve 3 stopovers. This means that travelers should anticipate longer journey times and plan for multiple stops between San Jose and Beijing.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Beijing

Regular price: $1,002 - $1,755

Prices for flights from San Jose to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Beijing is between $1002 and $1755. The current lowest deal is $1020 on Kayak for travel from Sep 7-Sep 22.

now $1,020

Low $1,002

High $1,755

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Beijing is February, with a median price of $620. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2386. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $620

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,386

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Direct flights from San Jose to Beijing

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Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Beijing

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PEK)

$1,298

$1,884

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PKX)

$1,460

$1,789

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PEK)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,320

$2,115

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PKX)

$1,461

$1,884

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PEK)

Air Canada

$1,356

$1,581

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Beijing

San Jose (SJC) - Beijing (PEK)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,349

$1,825

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Jose to Beijing

15 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 22

$1,143 → $1,020

11%

3 nights

Nov 30 - Dec 3

$1,103 → $1,109

Sep 5 - Oct 5

$1,127 → $1,134

7 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 1

$1,165 → $1,209

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Beijing

San Jose - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Beijing are below the typical level, with deals around $1020.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $620

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Beijing, with a median price of $620.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 38h 24m

Flights from San Jose to Beijing typically involve connections, with an average total duration of 38h 24m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with 0% direct flights. Expect 3 stopovers on average.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has historically offered 28 deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from San Jose to Beijing are rare, with approximately 0.13 deals per day.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a good option for flights to Beijing, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1020

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport is a good option for flights from San Jose to Beijing.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1020

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport is another choice for flights from San Jose to Beijing.

📍 ~50 km from Beijing city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1103

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is a primary international gateway for Beijing, offering an extensive global and domestic flight network.

📍 ~20 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1020

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a state-of-the-art secondary hub for Beijing, with excellent high-speed rail and express subway connections.

📍 ~40 km from destination city (reachable by subway)

💸 Flights from ~$1103

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Cheapest

Tianjin Binhai International is a major airport outside Beijing city limits, connected to Beijing via 30-minute high-speed rail.

📍 ~115 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$890

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International (SJW)

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International is marketed as a low-cost alternative for Beijing travelers, offering integrated air-rail transport services.

📍 ~260 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1318

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Jinan Yaoqiang International is a major regional hub with a wide range of domestic connections, accessible via high-speed railway.

📍 ~300 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1225

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Beijing, China

67% AI deal score

$15,016

From SJC

Elite

Aug 16

Beijing, China

67% AI deal score

$15,023

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often secure better prices, though last-minute deals sometimes appear. Generally, monitoring price trends over several weeks before your intended travel date can help you decide the optimal booking time. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative departure or arrival airports offer better prices.

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from San Jose to Beijing

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Beijing

Direct flights from San Jose to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Jose to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Beijing

San Jose - Beijing route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $620

Connecting flights average 38h 24m

Connecting flights are dominant

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Deals are rare for this route

San Jose main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

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Are direct flights from San Jose to Beijing always the best option?

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