Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Changchun?

Flights from San Francisco to Changchun usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Changchun (CGQ).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Changchun?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Changchun: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Changchun pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Changchun most commonly connect through: • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 57% of one-stop connections • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 23% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 13% of one-stop connections • Wuhan (WUH) - 6% of one-stop connections Incheon Intl (ICN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Changchun?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the San Francisco to Changchun route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $947 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,468, a difference of $521. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Changchun?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Changchun takes 0h 00m, covering 5,372 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Changchun?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Changchun changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $787 to $4,707. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Changchun looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Changchun are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $567.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Changchun?

Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 39m, compared with 18h 20m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 19h 23m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Changchun?

Changchun is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Changchun flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Changchun range from $969 to $1,506, with an average of $1,239 over the past 12 months. Anything below $969 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Changchun?

Air China ($901) and Asiana Airlines ($945) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Changchun according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Changchun?

Incheon Intl (ICN) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Changchun route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ICN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Changchun?

Flights via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $826. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Changchun which airport offers the shortest layover?

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Changchun layovers at 579 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9

7:20 am - 11:55 pmSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

24h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

7:00 am - 2:09 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

23h 09m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

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Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9

8:20 am - 10:35 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

34h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

5:40 pm - 9:00 amCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

31h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Feb 16

12:00 pm - 9:05 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

29h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

5:45 pm - 9:30 amCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

31h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

$901Air China

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12:00 pm - 9:05 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

29h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

8:00 am - 9:30 amCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

17h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

$908Air China

Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9

11:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

19h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:35 am - 2:30 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

18h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl

$945Asiana Airlines

Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 22

7:00 am - 8:15 pmSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

45h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

8:25 pm - 3:08 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

34h 43m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Los Angeles

$955China Eastern

Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 22

7:00 am - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

35h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

8:25 pm - 1:29 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

33h 04m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Los Angeles

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Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

11:20 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

19h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:30 am - 3:30 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

19h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$978Asiana Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 24

11:35 pm - 3:20 pmSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

23h 45m1 stop Wuhan

7:50 am - 7:40 pmCGQ Changchun-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,016China Southern

Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Feb 11

11:35 pm - 3:20 pmSFO San Francisco-CGQ Changchun

23h 45m1 stop Wuhan

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Changchun?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Changchun, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	December
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$468

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Changchun based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Changchun?
Flights from San Francisco to Changchun usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Changchun (CGQ).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Changchun?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Changchun:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Changchun pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Changchun most commonly connect through:

• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Capital (PEK) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Wuhan (WUH) - 6% of one-stop connections

Incheon Intl (ICN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Changchun?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the San Francisco to Changchun route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $947 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,468, a difference of $521. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Changchun?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Changchun takes 0h 00m, covering 5,372 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Changchun?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Changchun changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $787 to $4,707. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Changchun looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Changchun are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $567.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Changchun?
Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 39m, compared with 18h 20m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 19h 23m via Incheon Intl (ICN).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Changchun?
Changchun is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Changchun flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Changchun range from $969 to $1,506, with an average of $1,239 over the past 12 months. Anything below $969 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $947 - about $521 less than Tuesday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Changchun trip for September. Fares historically average $768 round-trip in that month - typically $862 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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