$344 Flights from Seattle (SEAA) to Beijing (BJSA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Seattle to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $658. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Alternative Seattle to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seattle to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Seattle to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$344
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineHainan Airlines
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Seattle to Beijing is $636. 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.
13 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Beijing.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Seattle to Beijing.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Seattle to Beijing, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Beijing is usually April.
If you're flying from Seattle, 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 $636.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Beijing on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 24 minutes.
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.
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.
In January, the average temperature is usually around 22°F. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 89°F. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°F. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Korean Air, and the cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Daxing Airport is Hainan Airlines.

Flying from Seattle to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Seattle has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Beijing leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major gateways.

  • The average length of a direct Seattle to Beijing flight is 12 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.

  • The busiest route for flights from Seattle to Beijing is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to PEK is the 11:00 Hainan Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 11:40 with Hainan Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your Seattle to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Beijing

  • Book five months before traveling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Seattle to Beijing flights.

  • Organize your trip for August. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Beijing. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Seattle to Beijing.

  • Find a cheap Seattle to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Jet off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a nonstop flight from Seattle to Beijing. From SEA, you can travel directly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Secure your Seattle to Beijing plane tickets with Hainan Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from SEA.

  • We make it simple to book a Seattle to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • SEA is about 11 miles from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • In search of a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Beijing, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • 81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SEA.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Beijing. April is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 70ºF and 95ºF. Lock in your Seattle to Beijing ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Beijing in January when temperatures average between 12ºF and 37ºF.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Beijing, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 70 miles south-east to Tianjin to check off its top sights. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 260 miles south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key highlights.

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