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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.R 7,639 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,639, select.
Beijing.R 7,717 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,717, select.
Beijing.R 7,721 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,721, select.
Beijing.R 7,723 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,723, select.
Beijing.R 7,756 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,756, select.
Beijing.R 8,103 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,103, select.
Beijing.R 8,237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,237, select.
Beijing.R 8,451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,451, select.

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

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 Capital flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 8,237
Aug
from R 7,721
Sep
from R 7,639
Oct
from R 7,756
Nov
from R 7,717
Dec
from R 8,484
Jan
from R 8,451
Feb
from R 8,103
Mar
from R 7,723
Apr
Find prices
May
from R 9,851
Jun
from R 12,932

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital

Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Beijing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beijing Capital.

Los Angeles to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,639
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week7

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital is R 12,505. 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 41 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital.
Air China and United fly direct from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital.
As of July 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing Capital is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital Airport on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 41 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 Capital 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.
Currently, China Eastern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing Capital.

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

  • Around 14 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.

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

  • Flights from LAX to PEK start at 13:20 — the first with Air China. The last departure is at 23:25 with Air China. Overall, there are eight weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your LAX to PEK flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Air China is your ticket to exploring Beijing (and maybe even some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air China.

  • With 78.43% of its services landing as planned, Air China is the most punctual carrier operating LAX to PEK flights.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and PEK:

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Haneda Airport

    • Narita International Airport

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

  • R 7,639 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,505. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from LAX to PEK, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to PEK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • 81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

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

  • You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

  • Beijing Capital International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Beijing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are among its highlights.

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