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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Dalian

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,486. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dalian.$1,477 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dalian on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,477, select.

Dalian.$1,478 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dalian on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,478, select.

Dalian.$1,480 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dalian on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,480, select.

Dalian.$1,645 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Dalian on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,645, select.

Dalian.$2,789 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Dalian.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Dalian on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,789, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Dalian

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Dalian flights are currently cheapest in September.

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San Francisco International to Dalian: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Dalian: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,486
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Dalian: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Dalian?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Dalian is $1,486. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Dalian?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Dalian. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,486.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Dalian?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Dalian.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Dalian?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Dalian is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport on Thursday, 24 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Dalian Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dalian?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dalian but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dalian?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dalian is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian with?

Currently, Korean Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dalian.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dalian Airport (DLC): what you need to know

The timezone in Dalian is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to DLC flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and DLC:
- Beijing Capital Airport
- Incheon International Airport
- Tokyo Narita Airport

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Dalian Airport (DLC)

Consider booking a hotel close to DLC if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:

Getting from Dalian Airport (DLC) to central Dalian

DLC is located at 100 Yingke Road.
Dalian Airport to central Dalian has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

When to fly to Dalian Airport (DLC)

May is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Dalian in March.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dalian Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dalian, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to DLC in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 0ºC then.

Explore more of China

Dalian has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres west of Dalian, a trip to Beijing will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Around 386 kilometres west of Dalian, Tianjin is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.