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Beijing.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Beijing.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Beijing.$1,468 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,468, select.
Beijing.$1,468 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,468, select.
Beijing.$1,468 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,468, select.
Beijing.$1,469 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,469, select.
Beijing.$1,534 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Wed, 24 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,534, select.
Beijing.$1,537 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,537, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Chicago to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,466
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare 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 Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing is $1,466. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing.
As of August 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing is usually October.
If you're flying from Chicago O'Hare 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 $1,466.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 16 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 10 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 August, 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.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing is 14 hours.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 13 hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from three services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to PEK is the 12:50 United Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 13:50 with United Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ORD to Beijing flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct O'Hare International Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your trip at ORD and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ORD to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Beijing

  • $687 is currently the lowest price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Beijing flight. A return flight ticket starts at $1,466. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • Get cheap flights from ORD to Beijing by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for finding cheap O'Hare International Airport to Beijing tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ORD to Beijing.

  • Save money on your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Before booking your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your O'Hare International Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your 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 away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are among its highlights.

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