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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.Rs143,678 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs143,678, select.
Beijing.Rs149,794 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs149,794, select.
Beijing.Rs150,547 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs150,547, select.
Beijing.Rs150,988 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs150,988, select.
Beijing.Rs152,215 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,215, select.
Beijing.Rs152,356 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,356, select.
Beijing.Rs157,762 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs157,762, select.
Beijing.Rs158,038 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs158,038, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in December.
Oct
from Rs149,794
Nov
from Rs150,547
Dec
from Rs143,678
Jan
from Rs150,988
Feb
from Rs152,356
Mar
from Rs152,215
Apr
from Rs158,038
May
from Rs216,189
Jun
from Rs174,805
Jul
from Rs272,739
Aug
from Rs157,762
Sep
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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Beijing

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Washington D.C. to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs143,678
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time16 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. to Beijing is Rs256,485. 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.
16 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from Washington D.C. to Beijing.
As of October 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Beijing is usually October.
If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from Rs256,485.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Beijing on Friday, 24 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 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 October, 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Saudia. And the cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Daxing Airport is Air China.

Flying from Washington DC to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from Washington DC to Beijing begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main terminals in Washington DC.

  • When planning your arrival in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the primary gateways.

  • The average duration of a direct Washington DC to Beijing flight is 14 hours 40 minutes.

  • Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, making Beijing 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • To ensure you get on your Washington DC to Beijing flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Beijing

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Washington DC to Beijing flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Washington DC to Beijing.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Save on your Washington DC to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Washington DC to Beijing flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan National Airport:

  • Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Prefer to fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Washington DC to Beijing, seamlessly connecting to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • You can book a direct Washington DC to Beijing plane ticket with United Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of IAD.

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Beijing flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Washington Dulles International Airport and Beijing:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Beijing:

  • 74% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Booking a ticket from Washington DC to Beijing with a stop or two can give you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can detour to on your way to Beijing:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Beijing flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:

  • The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Beijing. To skip the crowds, head to Beijing in February.

  • When booking your Washington DC to Beijing tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.

More about Beijing

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Beijing:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.

  • Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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