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Beijing.$2,168 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Dec, returning Sat, 10 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,168, select.
Beijing.$2,253 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,253, select.
Beijing.$2,354 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,354, select.
Beijing.$2,457 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with jetBlue and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,457, select.
Beijing.$2,514 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,514, select.
Beijing.$2,952 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,952, select.
Beijing.$3,059 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,059, select.
Beijing.$3,125 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,125, select.

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Durham to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,168
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham 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 Raleigh / Durham to Beijing is $2,168. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,168.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing is usually December.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham 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 $2,168.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing on Monday, 22 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham Airport and Beijing. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Durham.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your RDU to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from RDU to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Travelling from central Durham to RDU takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RDU touch down on schedule 80.09% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beijing

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing flight is $1,695. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,168. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from RDU to Beijing, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to Beijing by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:

  • Set your own pace with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Beijing's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to Beijing. If you're going away during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.

  • The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Plan your trip to Beijing during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without visiting Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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