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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.$1,299 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,299, select.
Beijing.$1,299 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,299, select.
Beijing.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.
Beijing.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.
Beijing.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.
Beijing.$1,301 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 20 Dec.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.
Beijing.$1,301 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.
Beijing.$1,301 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 15 Dec.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Los Angeles to Beijing flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,995
Jul
from $1,638
Aug
from $1,302
Sep
from $1,301
Oct
from $1,299
Nov
from $1,299
Dec
from $1,301
Jan
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Feb
from $1,302
Mar
from $1,302
Apr
from $1,302
May
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Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Beijing

Alternative Los Angeles to Beijing routes

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

Los Angeles to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,299
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Beijing is $1,299. 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 39 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Beijing.
Air China and United fly direct from Los Angeles to Beijing.
As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, 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 $1,299.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing on Monday, 20 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 39 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 June, 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Asiana Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Daxing Airport is Air China.

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

  • Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to Beijing. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major entry points.

  • Take a direct Los Angeles to Beijing flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The busiest route for flights from Los Angeles to Beijing is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to {"defaultCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","accusativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","nominativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","dativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport"} (PEK). There are eight services that connect these two airports each week.

  • To ensure you board your Los Angeles to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at security and check-in. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a smart idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Beijing

  • Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Los Angeles to Beijing flights.

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

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

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

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • If you're after a direct flight from Los Angeles to Beijing, you can leave from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Fly from LAX to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in one seamless journey.

  • Lock in your Los Angeles to Beijing plane tickets with Air China. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from LAX.

  • We make it simple to book a Los Angeles to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

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

  • Before locking in your Los Angeles to Beijing tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel during 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 Los Angeles to Beijing, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top sights which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.

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

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Beijing

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