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Los Angeles.$1,128 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,128, select.
Los Angeles.$1,134 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,134, select.
Los Angeles.$1,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,134, select.
Los Angeles.$1,135 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,135, select.
Los Angeles.$1,135 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,135, select.
Los Angeles.$1,139 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,139, select.
Los Angeles.$1,140 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,140, select.
Los Angeles.$1,141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Thu, 15 May.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,141, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from $1,141
Jun
from $1,230
Jul
from $1,647
Aug
from $1,707
Sep
from $1,135
Oct
from $1,134
Nov
from $1,139
Dec
from $1,363
Jan
from $1,313
Feb
from $1,802
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Beijing to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,134
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time12 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week8

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

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Los Angeles is $1,128. 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 32 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Los Angeles.
Air China and United fly direct from Beijing to Los Angeles.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Beijing to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Beijing, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $1,128.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles on Sunday, 18 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 32 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Burbank Airport is United.

Travelling from Beijing to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when planning your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles.

  • Touch down in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Take a direct Beijing to Los Angeles flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 12 hours 45 minutes.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles 15 hours behind Beijing.

  • You can choose from seven services a week between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and {"defaultCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","accusativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","nominativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport","dativeCase":"Los Angeles International Airport"} (LAX). PEK to LAX is the most popular route when booking flights from Beijing to Los Angeles.

  • To ensure you make it on your Beijing to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Los Angeles

  • Score cheap Beijing to Los Angeles flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Beijing to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Beijing to Los Angeles.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Beijing to Los Angeles flights.

Flying from Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You can get a direct flight from Beijing to Los Angeles jetting off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Begin your journey at PEK and come in for landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Air China is a popular carrier that offers direct Beijing to Los Angeles plane tickets leaving from PEK.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Beijing to Los Angeles flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • To reach PEK from central Beijing, it'll take around 40 minutes by car. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Los Angeles or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, data shows 79.67% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Beijing to Los Angeles flight, browse these options when heading out from Daxing International Airport:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles? Relax in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

  • The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport land at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 88.83%.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to LAX if you have a late flight from Beijing to Los Angeles. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

  • The street address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY once you know your travel dates.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Book a Beijing to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • After booking your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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