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Cheap Flights from Seattle to China

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$908
Beijing
Beijing1 stop$653
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$793
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop$649
Chengdu
Chengdu2 stops$843
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop$851
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop$658
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$906
Wuhan
Wuhan1 stop$733
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop$652
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop$658
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop$699
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$649
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$654
Kunming
Kunming2 stops$1,030
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop$1,744
Changsha
Changsha1 stop$755
Dalian
Dalian1 stop$848
Harbin
Harbin1 stop$958
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$908
Beijing
Beijing1 stop$653
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$793
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop$649
Chengdu
Chengdu2 stops$843
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop$851
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop$658
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$906
Wuhan
Wuhan1 stop$733
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop$652
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop$658
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop$699
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$649
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$654
Kunming
Kunming2 stops$1,030
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop$1,744
Changsha
Changsha1 stop$755
Dalian
Dalian1 stop$848
Harbin
Harbin1 stop$958

Book Cheap Seattle to China Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to China

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:50 am - 1:35 am
SEA
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PKX
22h 45m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:35 am - 9:10 am
PKX
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SEA
22h 35m
1 stop
$653Cathay Pacific
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 15
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 pm - 4:10 pm
SEA
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CKG
36h 45m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
5:25 pm - 10:05 am
CKG
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SEA
31h 40m
1 stop
$658Cathay Pacific
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 9:40 am
SEA
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PEK
18h 30m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 3:15 pm
PEK
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SEA
13h 25m
1 stop
$666Asiana Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Oct 13
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 2:00 pm
SEA
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PEK
22h 50m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 3:15 pm
PEK
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SEA
14h 45m
1 stop
$667Asiana Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 17
Korean Air Logo
1:20 pm - 11:30 am
SEA
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CAN
31h 10m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 10:40 am
CAN
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SEA
37h 00m
1 stop
$803Korean Air
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 24
Korean Air Logo
1:20 pm - 11:30 am
SEA
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CAN
31h 10m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 11:00 am
CAN
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SEA
37h 20m
1 stop
$806Korean Air
Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 9
Hainan Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 12:40 am
SEA
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SZX
21h 20m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 9:55 am
SZX
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SEA
26h 30m
1 stop
$871Hainan Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Oct 13
ANA Logo
5:20 pm - 12:15 pm
SEA
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SHA
27h 55m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 6:32 pm
SHA
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SEA
19h 57m
2 stops
$912ANA
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Oct 13
ANA Logo
4:30 pm - 12:15 pm
SEA
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SHA
28h 45m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 2:25 pm
SHA
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SEA
15h 50m
1 stop
$918ANA
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Nov 10
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 7:40 pm
SEA
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SHA
17h 40m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 8:20 am
SHA
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SEA
15h 45m
1 stop
$926Hainan Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Seattle to China flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to China from Seattle found in the last 5 days was to Shanghai, at $788 round-trip. The most popular route is from Seattle (SEA) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $788.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Seattle to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $1,085 on average. Morning departures are around 12% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,276.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seattle to China?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,014, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to China is April, when tickets cost $784 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,398 and $1,192 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$351
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Seattle to Shanghai Pudong Airport

FAQs - booking China flights

  • Do I need to get a visa to fly from Seattle to China?

    Yes, US citizens need a visa to travel to China. You will need to apply for a Chinese visa before your trip. It's recommended that you apply for your visa at least one month before your departure date to avoid any delays. You can contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in your area for more information and assistance with the visa application process.

  • What should I know about car child seat laws in China while leaving the airport?

    There are no national child seat laws in China. While child seat laws can possibly be in place from province to province, the lack of a set policy nationwide can make it difficult for parents traveling to China. As such, it is always a good idea for parents to bring their own child seats with them on a trip to China to ensure the safety of their children in a motor vehicle.

  • What is the best way to get to the Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) from Seattle Tacoma International Airport?

    One of the quickest ways you can make this trip is to take a one-stop flight aboard Alaska Airlines and Xiamen Airlines, which has a layover at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). You could also travel on a one-stop flight utilizing Japan Airlines and ANA, which has a layover at Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • What are some benefits of upgrading to first class for an international flight on Delta Air Lines?

    Upgrading to first class on Delta Air Lines for a flight from Seattle to China comes with several benefits. For starters, you will have more space and greater comfort as the seats are larger and come with more legroom. You will also have access to priority boarding, priority baggage handling, and faster security clearance. Another advantage of upgrading to first class is that you will be served premium-quality food and beverages throughout the flight. Additionally, you will have access to the Delta Sky Club Lounge, where you can relax and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks before your flight.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to China?

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

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Seattle to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Seattle to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Seattle to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • One of the most popular airport destinations in China is the Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Hainan Airlines offers a direct flight to this airport that departs from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
  • When you would like to travel to the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) from Seattle Tacoma International Airport, you will find that Delta Air Lines and China Eastern Airlines offer direct flights between these two airports.
  • If you are traveling early in the morning to China from Seattle Tacoma International Airport, a better option than driving might be to stay the night at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center, which offers access to the airport through a sky bridge as well as an airport shuttle.
  • For travelers whose destination in China is the Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), though there is no direct flight, you can travel on one-stop flights by Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and EVA Air.
  • Passengers flying aboard Delta Air Lines from Seattle Tacoma International Airport should know that a great place to wait for your flight to China is at the Delta Sky Club location inside Concourse A.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Seattle to China

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