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Flight deals from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.R 7,731 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,731, select.
Beijing.R 7,785 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,785, select.
Beijing.R 7,968 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,968, select.
Beijing.R 8,292 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,292, select.
Beijing.R 8,300 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,300, select.
Beijing.R 8,306 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,306, select.
Beijing.R 8,734 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,734, select.
Beijing.R 8,743 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,743, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 7,785
Sep
from R 7,731
Oct
from R 7,968
Nov
from R 8,300
Dec
from R 10,611
Jan
from R 8,292
Feb
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Mar
from R 8,743
Apr
from R 8,306
May
from R 8,734
Jun
from R 10,557
Jul
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Direct flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing

Alternative Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing routes

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

Seattle to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,731
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineHainan Airlines
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma 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 Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing is R 15,053. 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 25 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing.
As of August 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Beijing is usually October.
If you're flying from Seattle / Tacoma 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 15,053.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Beijing on Sunday, 12 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 25 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 24°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, Philippine Airlines and Hainan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.

  • The busiest route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to PEK is the 11:00 Hainan Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 11:40 with Hainan Airlines.

  • To avoid rushing for your SEA to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Hainan Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from SEA to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to SEA? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing

  • R 7,731 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is R 15,053. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from SEA to Beijing by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for landing cheap Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SEA to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Save money on your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Before scheduling your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Beijing offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SEA to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Beijing

  • Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Beijing must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without experiencing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

Plan the rest of your trip from Seattle to Beijing

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