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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to Beijing? If you want to travel to Beijing next month, round-trip fares start from $657. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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Airports in Beijing

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Direct flights to Beijing

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to Beijing is 16 hours and 55 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Washington, D.C..
There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
Air China, United, Hainan Airlines all fly non-stop to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly to Beijing is usually March.
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 Beijing 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.
Yes – you can fly direct to Beijing Capital Airport and the average flight time is 14 hours and 42 minutes.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Beijing is $641. 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.
The cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 15.6 miles away from the center of Beijing. We've found flights to this airport from $641.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Beijing is Sunday, March 22, 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Beijing in January is around 22°F. The warmest month in Beijing is typically July, which averages 89°F. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°F. The rainiest month is July, and it usually rains the least in January.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines and Hainan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying to Beijing

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$641
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time14 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week52

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How to find cheap flights to Beijing

  • $641 is the cheapest price for a return flight to Beijing. For a one-way plane ticket, the lowest fare is $323.

  • Stay on top of fare drops automatically by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app when ticket prices go down.

  • Avoid leaving things to the last minute. You're more likely to get the best price on tickets if you book early. Airlines usually offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter to expand your search for cheap flights to Beijing. This will show you every airport around your departure and arrival destinations.

  • Choosing a multi-leg journey can help lower your fare, so search for flights that come with a stop or two. Once your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Beijing

  • To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.

  • Plan your visit for July if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are likely to cost more.

  • The quietest month to go is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Beijing then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.

  • The weather can make or break your trip, so consider the type of conditions you want to travel in. Beijing is warmest in July, with averages of between 70ºF and 95ºF.

  • January is when temperatures are at their coolest, between 12ºF and 37ºF.

  • With one day of rainfall on average, January is the driest month in Beijing.

  • July brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around ten days of rainfall.

Flying to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are where you can touch down for your Beijing flight.

  • Most travelers flying into the city land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Fly to your destination without any stops. These are some of the airlines that offer direct flights to Beijing:

  • You'll be in the UTC+8 timezone when you reach Beijing.

  • Book your tickets and then find the ideal place to stay. Explore these options and find your match:

Getting to central Beijing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing highlights

  • These popular attractions should be high on your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Beijing:

    • Forbidden City: Offering a memorable introduction to the city's highlights, this landmark is around 1 mile northeast of the center.

    • New Silk Alley Market (Xiu Shui): Spend a little money here while exploring Beijing. You'll find this shopping area roughly 3 miles east of the center.

    • Temple of Heaven: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A memorable landmark, it's around 2 miles southeast of the center of Beijing.

Explore more of China

  • In the mood to keep exploring? Tianjin will add something special to your trip to China. It's around 70 miles southeast of Beijing and features Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle. The major airport for this city is Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN).

  • Tangshan is another place that's too good to skip while you're in China. You'll find it roughly 95 miles east of Beijing. 勒泰中心, Tangshan Museum and 唐山海昌海洋馆 are visitor favorites.

  • About 160 miles southwest of Beijing, Shijiazhuang is worth working into your travels. Some of the best reasons to visit include Chinatown, 网红玻璃桥 and Ping'an Park. Flying into Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW) is the most convenient way to arrive here.

Complete your trip with a Beijing car rental

  • Want to rent a car in the city? Pick from a selection of car rentals in Beijing and go where you want, when you want. With one quick search, compare rates and score the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Beijing.

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