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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,010. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.R 7,478 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,478, select.
Beijing.R 7,753 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,753, select.
Beijing.R 7,826 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,826, select.
Beijing.R 8,147 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,147, select.
Beijing.R 8,155 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,155, select.
Beijing.R 8,211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,211, select.
Beijing.R 8,221 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,221, select.
Beijing.R 8,230 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,230, select.
Beijing.R 8,644 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,644, select.
Beijing.R 8,871 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,871, select.
Beijing.R 8,877 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,877, select.
Beijing.R 9,250 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,250, select.
Beijing.R 9,545 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,545, select.
Beijing.R 9,551 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,551, select.
Beijing.R 10,984 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,984, select.
Beijing.R 11,679 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,679, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 7,753
May
from R 7,478
Jun
from R 9,250
Jul
from R 9,551
Aug
from R 8,221
Sep
from R 7,826
Oct
from R 8,155
Nov
from R 8,147
Dec
from R 9,545
Jan
from R 8,644
Feb
from R 8,230
Mar
from R 8,877

Direct flights from Vancouver International to Beijing

Alternative Vancouver International to Beijing routes

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

Beijing Capital

25km from central Beijing
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from R 7,478
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Beijing Daxing

45km from central Beijing
from R 7,580
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Vancouver to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,478
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time12 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver 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 Vancouver International to Beijing is R 10,647. 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.
12 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Beijing.
Air China and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver International to Beijing.
As of April 2026, there are 46 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Beijing is usually February.
If you're flying from Vancouver 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 10,647.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing on Monday, 22 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 55 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 12°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, Korean Air and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing.

  • Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • With nine weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Catch Air Canada's 11:40 flight to get your trip from YVR to PEK underway.

  • To avoid missing your YVR to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Begin your journey at YVR and travel nonstop to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Vancouver International Airport to Beijing tickets.

  • Take to the skies with Air Canada. This popular airline operates direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing.

  • The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel near YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Beijing

  • R 7,478 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,647. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from YVR to Beijing, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.

  • October is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Vancouver International Airport to Beijing tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from YVR to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Following your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your YVR to Beijing flight at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Beijing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Vancouver International Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in June to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from YVR to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.

More about Beijing

  • Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.

  • Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Beijing

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.