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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.R 7,749 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,749, select.
Beijing.R 8,092 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,092, select.
Beijing.R 8,529 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,529, select.
Beijing.R 8,567 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,567, select.
Beijing.R 8,624 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,624, select.
Beijing.R 9,062 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,062, select.
Beijing.R 9,904 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,904, select.
Beijing.R 9,946 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,946, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from R 8,567
Jun
from R 11,016
Jul
from R 7,749
Aug
from R 8,092
Sep
from R 8,624
Oct
from R 8,529
Nov
from R 9,062
Dec
from R 10,129
Jan
from R 9,946
Feb
from R 9,990
Mar
from R 9,904
Apr
from R 9,952

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing

Alternative Los Angeles International to Beijing routes

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

Los Angeles to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,749
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time13 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Beijing is R 15,155. 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 38 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Beijing.
Air China, United and China Eastern fly direct from Los Angeles International to Beijing.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from R 15,155.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 38 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Cathay Pacific and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 36 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • With 8 flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 13:20. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from LAX to PEK is with Air China at 23:25.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from LAX to Beijing. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing. Begin your trip at LAX and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Be on the lookout for deals with Air China. This carrier operates direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from LAX to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • You will need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

  • LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 54 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LAX:

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing

  • R 7,749 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to Beijing.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from LAX to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • The centre of Beijing is approximately 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LAX to Beijing at one of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before you book a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from LAX to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.

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