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Cheap First Class Flight Deals to China

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from the United States to China currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent first class round-trip flight deals to China

Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8
British Airways Logo
7:10 pm - 7:55 am
JFK
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PVG
24h 45m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
11:00 am - 7:40 pm
PVG
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JFK
44h 40m
1 stop
$9,536British Airways
Thu, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 26
British Airways Logo
8:55 pm - 7:55 am
LAX
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PVG
44h 00m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
11:00 am - 2:55 pm
PVG
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LAX
42h 55m
1 stop
$9,636British Airways
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 25
SWISS Logo
8:30 pm - 7:15 am
JFK
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PVG
22h 45m
1 stop
SWISS Logo
10:05 am - 12:50 pm
PVG
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JFK
38h 45m
1 stop
$10,017SWISS
Sun, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 10:05 am
JFK
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PVG
29h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 1:05 pm
PVG
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JFK
38h 25m
1 stop
$10,046Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Apr 15
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 8:40 am
JFK
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PVG
48h 05m
2 stops
SWISS Logo
10:05 am - 12:50 pm
PVG
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JFK
38h 45m
1 stop
$10,084SWISS
Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Apr 15
Air China Logo
1:05 am - 4:55 pm
JFK
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SHA
26h 50m
1 stop
Air China Logo
3:25 pm - 11:05 pm
SHA
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JFK
19h 40m
1 stop
$15,075Air China
Wed, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 28
Air China Logo
2:05 am - 12:45 pm
JFK
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SHA
22h 40m
1 stop
Air China Logo
2:45 pm - 11:10 pm
SHA
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JFK
20h 25m
1 stop
$15,313Air China
Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Apr 24
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 6:00 pm
LAX
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PVG
14h 30mnonstop
China Eastern Logo
1:10 pm - 10:05 am
PVG
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LAX
11h 55mnonstop
$16,199China Eastern
Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 7
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 5:55 pm
SFO
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PVG
13h 55mnonstop
China Eastern Logo
2:05 pm - 9:00 am
PVG
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SFO
10h 55mnonstop
$16,677China Eastern
Sat, Jun 13 - Mon, Jun 29
Emirates Logo
5:05 pm - 10:00 pm
SFO
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CAN
37h 55m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
12:20 am - 2:00 pm
CAN
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SFO
28h 40m
1 stop
$20,630Emirates

Latest first class flight deals to China

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Beijing
Beijingnonstop$15,703
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$20,116
Shenzhen
Shenzhennonstop$30,077
Beijing
Beijingnonstop$15,703
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$20,116
Shenzhen
Shenzhennonstop$30,077

FAQs for China first class flights

  • Which airline has the best first class amenities for flights to China?

    Air China offers travelers state-of-the-art amenities, including exclusive lounge access, car services, expedited gate access, and passes at security lines. When onboard, first class passengers enjoy reclining seats, in-flight entertainment, access to free and fast Wi-Fi, a broad selection of food and refreshments, among other services; after landing, your bags will also get checked first as the rest follows.

  • Which airline has the best lounge for first class flights to China?

    Hong Kong International Airport has the most classy and elite first class lounge in the country. The lounges in the airport have a wide selection of state-of-the-art amenities. The sitting areas in the lounges are air conditioned, and they also have a wide selection of refreshments and free complimentary drinks. Various reading materials to ensure every traveler’s entertainment is catered for.

  • Are there any airlines that provide flatbeds for first class flights to China?

    China Southern Airlines offers the most comfortable flatbed seats. The airline has big flatbeds with built-in electronic massage, reclining seats, and a back divider to enhance the traveler’s privacy.

  • What is the most popular airline offering First Class flights to China?

    Among KAYAK users, British Airways is the most popular airline offering First Class seats on flights to China.

  • Which airlines offer First Class tickets on flights to China?

    Traveling to China and want to offer yourself a First Class experience? Depending on the origin, the following airlines offer seats in First Class: British Airways, SWISS, China Eastern and Air China.

  • How does KAYAK find such good deals on First Class tickets to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to China for economy class as well as First Class travelers.

  • What is the best airline for first class flights to China?

    The highest-rated airline by KAYAK users offering first class flights to China is Korean Air, with an overall rating of 8.4.

Top tips for finding first class flights to China

  • One of the significant benefits of booking first class flights to China is that you will experience the royal treatment offered by highly trained customer service personnel. They also give passengers who book international flights an option to book space for their extra baggage.
  • When you choose Air China, you will get the best extra services, like ground transportation, catering service, luxury seats, free entertainment, and premium luggage assistance services. The travelers will also get free baggage handling service when they arrive in China, during departure, or connections while in transit to another country.
  • First class travelers arriving in China will enjoy various services and amenities offered at China’s best airports. First class travelers using China Southern Airlines will enjoy services like a private suite, a luxurious sky bed in a cocoon-like design, and 180-degree comfort, and an all-around elegance during the flights.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to China

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly first class to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1187 reviews
8.5Boarding
8.7Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.3Comfort
8.1Food
Airline reviews

The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

10.0 ExcellentVivian, Nov 2025
SEA - ICN
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The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

Everything was excellent as I expected. They also had a very caring crew. I had a headache and asked a Tylenol. The crew members kept checking with me how I was doing.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

There was a lot of partial tv shows but not enough to last the flight. The food was incredible! The crew were so helpful and patient. Lots more space than what I usually get on an international flight. Very comfortable!

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

Not many people, so you can lay down on two seats

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Extensive delays, poor organization to board people, as it felt like chaos to get inside of the plane. No lines, everyone gathering together like a mayhem, very confusing. Passengers out of hand and rude, which is not the airlines fault. However, there should be rules, e.g., not letting one passenger take 2+ spots in the overhead bin.

The bed was alright in business class. Food variety and quality were not up to the mark compared to the business class airfare.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

The experience was efficient, on time, and provided great service.

one hour transit not good. cathay pacific is not helpful at all

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

2 parts to the journey. First leg covered in a newer plane with decent staff + POOR FOOD QUALITY but the second half didn’t leave a positive impression at all as the plane itself was an older built and the crew didn’t serve properly. Language is an issue with China Eastern flights as always, but unmotivated crew just makes it even bad.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

On time. Friendly and helpful flight attendants. The plane was clean. Having a wine available would have been nice.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

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