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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.$1,464 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,464, select.
Beijing.$1,470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,470, select.
Beijing.$1,470 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,470, select.
Beijing.$1,475 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 1 Oct, 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 $1,475, select.
Beijing.$1,487 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,487, select.
Beijing.$1,491 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,491, select.
Beijing.$1,557 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,557, select.
Beijing.$1,635 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,635, select.

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

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 Capital flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $1,835
Sep
from $1,487
Oct
from $1,475
Nov
from $1,470
Dec
from $2,191
Jan
from $1,717
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital

Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beijing Capital.

Chicago to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,464
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time13 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital is $1,464. 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 Capital.
Air China flies direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital.
As of August 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Beijing Capital is usually November.
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 Capital Airport on Wednesday, 19 November 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 Capital 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.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing Capital.

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

  • Around 13 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.

  • Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 14 O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 12:55 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:55 with United Airlines.

  • Your ORD to PEK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Beijing — and maybe even more of China if you have time.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and PEK:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

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

  • Right now, $810 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,464. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book ten months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to PEK.

  • Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ORD to PEK by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

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

  • When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • O'Hare International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORD:

Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing

  • You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

  • Beijing Capital International Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport for July if you want to explore Beijing during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ORD to PEK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like 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.

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