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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be considerably cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Antonio to Beijing flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or major holidays. Even shifting your travel by a day or two can sometimes yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Antonio to Beijing flights?

Always review potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Antonio to Beijing

2026-09-01 – 2026-09-08
SAT - Beijing
89% AI deal score
$1,176
$977
Round trip
2026-08-11 – 2026-08-30
SAT - Beijing
82% AI deal score
$1,228
$1,101
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2026-08-18 – 2026-08-24
SAT - Beijing
81% AI deal score
$1,310
$1,101
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2026-11-15 – 2026-11-22
SAT - Beijing
79% AI deal score
$1,194
$1,134
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2026-08-24 – 2026-09-10
SAT - Beijing
76% AI deal score
$1,219
$1,166
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2026-08-26 – 2026-09-10
SAT - Beijing
76% AI deal score
$1,213
$1,169
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2026-08-31 – 2026-09-10
SAT - Beijing
76% AI deal score
$1,216
$1,171
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2026-08-25 – 2026-09-10
SAT - Beijing
76% AI deal score
$1,223
$1,172
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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-10
SAT - Beijing
74% AI deal score
$1,140
$1,172
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2026-08-31 – 2026-09-15
SAT - Beijing
77% AI deal score
$1,339
$1,178
Round trip

San Antonio to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Beijing

For travelers looking for cheap flights from San Antonio to Beijing, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1047. Following April, May offers a median fare of $1586, and June presents a median of $1781. These figures indicate the typical pricing you might encounter when planning your trip.

Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $1557–$1798 and a median of $1655. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptional deals can be challenging. New deals for this route are infrequent — a price alert helps to stay informed about potential savings.

When flying from San Antonio to Beijing, most itineraries connect at least once, as direct flights from San Antonio to Beijing are not available. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should anticipate at least two stops on your journey.

A typical journey from San Antonio to Beijing takes approximately 44h 5m, including connections. This extended duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of multiple stopovers. Travelers should factor this significant travel time into their planning.

The distance between San Antonio and Beijing is approximately 11,470 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance is a primary factor in the extended flight times and the typical requirement for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Beijing

Regular price: $1,019 - $1,693

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

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Beijing is between $1019 and $1693. The current lowest deal is $1127 with Cathay Pacific for travel from Sep 11-Sep 23.

now $1,127

Low $1,019

High $1,693

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Beijing is April, with a median price of $1047. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $4767. Prices are generally lower from April to June.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $1,047

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $4,767

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from San Antonio to Beijing

United Airlines

Qatar Airways

KLM

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Beijing

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

United Airlines

$1,230

$2,761

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

United Airlines

$1,468

$2,966

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

WestJet

$1,225

$1,211

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,272

$1,207

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,215

$1,236

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,215

$1,237

One-way

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

6 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 30

$1,310 → $980

25%

6 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 27

$1,310 → $1,027

22%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,372 → $1,110

19%

6 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 28

$1,310 → $1,084

17%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Beijing

San Antonio - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Antonio to Beijing are below the typical level at $1153.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median price at $1047 for San Antonio to Beijing.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect long-haul flights

Flights from San Antonio to Beijing typically take 44h 5m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route; direct flights are not available.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers deals

United Airlines has 11 deals for connecting flights from San Antonio to Beijing.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from San Antonio to Beijing are historically rare.

San Antonio main airports to depart from

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International is a convenient departure airport for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~12 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1153

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1153

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Consider Beijing Capital International for its extensive global and domestic flight network, despite potential ground and airspace congestion.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by various transport options)

💸 Flights from ~$1153

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San Antonio to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Beijing

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Beijing

Regular price: $1,019 - $1,693

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

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Beijing is between $1019 and $1693. The current lowest deal is $1127 with Cathay Pacific for travel from Sep 11-Sep 23.

now $1,127

Low $1,019

High $1,693

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Beijing

April

Cheapest

Flights from $1,047

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $4,767

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from San Antonio to Beijing

United Airlines

Qatar Airways

KLM

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Beijing

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

United Airlines

$1,230

$2,761

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

United Airlines

$1,468

$2,966

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

WestJet

$1,225

$1,211

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,272

$1,207

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,215

$1,236

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Beijing

San Antonio (SAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Hainan Airlines

$1,215

$1,237

One-way

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

6 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 30

$1,310 → $980

25%

6 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 27

$1,310 → $1,027

22%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,372 → $1,110

19%

6 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 28

$1,310 → $1,084

17%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Beijing