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Today’s best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

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August 24 - August 30

Cheapest

IAD - Beijing

$1,231

$844

Round trip

August 14 - August 30

Earliest

IAD - Beijing

$1,187

$862

Round trip

September 4 - September 13

IAD - Beijing

$997

$920

Round trip

September 4 - September 27

IAD - Beijing

$979

$920

Round trip

December 7 - December 14

Best

IAD - Beijing

$1,461

$923

Round trip

November 9 - November 23

IAD - Beijing

$1,168

$940

Round trip

September 1 - September 14

IAD - Beijing

$983

$951

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September 1 - September 8

IAD - Beijing

$1,022

$951

Round trip

September 1 - September 11

IAD - Beijing

$991

$971

Round trip

September 1 - September 17

IAD - Beijing

$983

$979

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Fares for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing typically range from $1054–$1723, with a median of $1130. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing, March stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $712. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $829, and April presents a median of $859. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Beijing takes approximately 42h 0m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance.

This route is classified as long-haul, spanning a distance of 11113 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 6.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Regular price: $1,067 - $1,745

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing is between $1067 and $1745. The current lowest deal is $844 with Saudia, for travel from August 24 to August 30, 2026.

now $844

Low $1,067

High $1,745

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Flights from Washington to Beijing are cheapest in March, with a median price of $712. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $1519. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $712

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,519

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,330

$1,308

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,725

$1,380

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,523

$1,418

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,555

$1,422

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,608

$1,494

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Beijing

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Beijing (PKX)

Qatar Airways

$1,229

$1,266

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$1,461 → $923

37%

6 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 30

$1,231 → $844

31%

7 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 18

$1,461 → $1,074

26%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$1,725 → $1,380

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Washington, D.C. - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Washington, D.C. to Beijing are above the typical level, with a median of $1130.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March offers the lowest median price at $712 for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights with connecting options

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing typically take 42h 0m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 6.4% of deals are direct, making connecting flights the most common option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights

Air China is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing are frequent, with over one deal per day.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Beijing.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1227

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is another airport to consider for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$1022

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

📍 ~40 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is another choice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1019

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is the primary international gateway for Beijing, offering an extensive global and domestic flight network.

📍 ~20 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1019

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a state-of-the-art secondary hub with excellent high-speed rail and express subway connections.

📍 ~40 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is the closest major airport outside of Beijing city limits, connected via high-speed rail.

📍 ~115 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1373

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International (SJW)

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International is marketed as a low-cost alternative for Beijing travelers, offering integrated air-rail services.

📍 ~250 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1432

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Jinan Yaoqiang International is a major regional hub accessible via the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed railway corridor.

📍 ~300 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1568

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Beijing, China

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Beijing, China

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$2,923

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $1236. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices around $1498, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $1810. Planning your trip within this optimal window can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing was considered to be $1054 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1130. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1723 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the good price threshold can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing, with a median price of $712. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $829. While April had a median price of $859, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is typically around $1130.

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