How to find cheap flights to Beijing
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Beijing is $267. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $526.
There's no need to keep checking back in when you set a Price Alert for Beijing tickets. We'll keep an eye on it for you, sending updates when fares drop.
Around six months in advance is a good time to book your ticket to Beijing. This is a general recommendation for getting the best deals.
Expand your search for cheap Beijing flights by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' filter. You'll see fares for surrounding airports which could offer better deals.
Indirect routes are often cheaper, so look for Beijing plane tickets that include a stop. After your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Beijing
The cheapest month to board a flight to Beijing is typically May.
To find the month with the cheapest Beijing flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, keep an eye out for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
If you'd love to experience the city at its liveliest, lock in your flights to Beijing for April. Travelling during high seasons usually means more things to do than at other times of the year.
The quietest time of the year to travel is February. Lock in your Beijing plane tickets then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the kind of conditions you prefer to get away in. Beijing is warmest in July, with averages of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January is when temperatures hit their lowest, between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
Flying to Beijing: what you need to know
When organising your Beijing flight, there are a few options for your arrival airport. Land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Offering direct flights to Beijing, these major airlines make getting to your destination a breeze:
After locking in your Beijing plane ticket, stay somewhere that turns a good trip into a great one. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Beijing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK, the city's primary airport, is located about 31 kilometres from central Beijing.
You'll reach the centre in around 40 minutes if you're ride-sharing or catching a cab after your flight to Beijing.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport. Kick back at one of these after your Beijing flight touches down:
Beijing highlights
Put these leading attractions on your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Beijing:
Forbidden City
Temple of Heaven
Tiananmen Square
Complete your trip with a Beijing car hire
Choose from a variety of car rentals in Beijing and go wherever you want, whenever you want. With one quick search, compare rates and find the best price after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Beijing.
