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Cheapest round-trip
$652
Typical prices: $844-$1,322
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 1/18Fri 3/9
PEK - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$888
Typical prices: $1,170-$1,613
Air China
Mon 11/26Fri 12/7
PEK - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air China and United Airlines. Average duration is 12h 38m
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Cheapest • 10% average savings
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 44% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $880 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Beijing to Los Angeles (BJS-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Beijing to Los Angeles

Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Mar 9
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8:15 pm - 7:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
38h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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9:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$652Sichuan Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:15 pm - 7:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
38h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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9:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$652Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 23
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8:30 am - 8:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
26h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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11:15 pm - 11:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
33h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$657Sichuan Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:50 am - 6:40 amPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
35h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
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9:00 am - 9:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
32h 45m1 stop Incheon Intl
$802Asiana Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 6:40 amPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
35h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
39h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
$802Asiana Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 26
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5:30 pm - 3:40 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
14h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 9:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
32h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl
$808Asiana Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Feb 23
Air China Logo
9:55 pm - 7:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
13h 05mnonstop
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8:55 pm - 10:15 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
21h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
$833Air China
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Feb 23
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10:00 pm - 7:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
13h 00mnonstop
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8:55 pm - 1:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
24h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
$850Air China
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:35 pm - 9:05 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
18h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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10:45 pm - 5:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
26h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$850Cathay Pacific
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:30 pm - 9:05 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
17h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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9:20 pm - 10:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$858Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand and travel trends for Beijing to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Beijing to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Beijing to Los Angeles typically range from $844 to $1,322. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $652, on Sichuan Airlines.

What is the cheapest Beijing to Los Angeles flight route?

Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX) to Los Angeles (LAX) is the cheapest Beijing to Los Angeles route, averaging $905 round-trip. Other Beijing to Los Angeles routes average $1,114, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles at $599 round-trip.
•August ($1,640) and May ($1,261) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 173% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Beijing to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Beijing to Los Angeles are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Beijing to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on PEK

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Beijing to Los Angeles flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$427
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Beijing to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Beijing to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Beijing to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Beijing to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:40 am and lands at 12:18 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 10:38 am.

    The flight takes about 12h 38m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Beijing to Los Angeles takes 12h 38m, covering 6,248 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Beijing to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Beijing to Los Angeles range from $844 to $1,322, with an average of $1,074 over the past 12 months. Anything below $844 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Beijing to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $1,074 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $880 round-trip via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared to $1,366 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight prices from Beijing to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Beijing to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $465, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $48 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Beijing to Los Angeles may depart from several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX). Flights usually arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Beijing to Los Angeles route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 33m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Beijing to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Beijing to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $903 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,333, a difference of $430.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    2 airlines operate flights between Beijing and Los Angeles. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Air China
    • United Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 45m, compared with 18h 05m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 18h 41m via Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What is the time difference between Beijing and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Beijing (Pacific Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Beijing to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Beijing to Los Angeles flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Singapore Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Beijing to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Singapore Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Can I pre-select my seat on Philippine Airlines flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Yes, passengers flying with Philippine Airlines from Beijing to Los Angeles have the option to pre-select their seats. During the booking process or after purchasing a ticket, you can choose your preferred seat. Philippine Airlines provides this service to ensure that passengers can secure their desired seating arrangements for a comfortable journey.

  • Does Philippine Airlines promote sustainable travel on flights from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Philippine Airlines is committed to promoting sustainable travel on its flights from Beijing to Los Angeles. The airline implements various eco-friendly practices to reduce its carbon footprint, such as fuel-efficient flight operations, recycling programs, and waste management initiatives.

  • Can I rent a car at the arrival airport after my flight from Beijing to Los Angeles?

    Yes, you can rent a car at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) after your flight from Beijing. Several car rental companies operate at LAX, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, and Alamo. These companies provide a variety of vehicles for rent, and you can make a reservation in advance or inquire at their respective counters upon your arrival at the airport.

  • Which in-flight entertainment amenities do Philippine Airlines flights from Beijing to Los Angeles have?

    Philippine Airlines offers a range of in-flight entertainment amenities on its flights from Beijing to Los Angeles. Passengers can enjoy a variety of movies, TV shows, music, and games on personal seatback screens. Additionally, there is a selection of international newspapers and magazines available for reading.

Your guide to booking Beijing to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $903, about $430 less than Friday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Beijing to Los Angeles trip for November. Fares historically average $599 round-trip in that month - typically $1,041 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 94% of United Airlines flights from Beijing to Los Angeles arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 92%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 33m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $880 round-trip on this route - about $486 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • After arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) from Beijing, you have several public transportation options to reach the city center. You can utilize the Metro Rail system, specifically the LAX/Crenshaw Station, to connect to various destinations within the city.
  • Some common layover options for Turkish Airlines flights from Beijing to Los Angeles include Istanbul, Turkey, where passengers may have a layover ranging from a few hours to overnight. Other possible layover cities could include Dubai, United Arab Emirates, or London, United Kingdom.
  • Turkish Airlines operates its international flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Passengers traveling on this route have access to Turkish Airlines' own lounge, the Turkish Airlines Lounge, located at PEK. The lounge offers various amenities and services to enhance the travel experience, including comfortable seating and food and beverage options.
  • Turkish Airlines offers several kid-friendly amenities for flights from Beijing to Los Angeles. The in-flight entertainment system offers a wide range of movies, cartoons, and games suitable for children. Additionally, they offer Sky Library, which includes children's books and magazines. The cabin crew is trained to assist families with children and ensure a comfortable and enjoyable flight experience.
  • You can travel with your pet on Philippine Airlines flights from Beijing to Los Angeles. However, there are certain restrictions and guidelines to follow. Pets are allowed in the cabin if their weight, including the carrier, does not exceed 15 lb. Alternatively, pets can be transported as checked baggage or cargo if they exceed the cabin weight limit.

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Direct departures

Beijing to Los Angeles

Monday

Air China,United Airlines

Air China,United Airlines

Thursday

Air China,United Airlines

Air China,United Airlines

Friday

Air China

Air China

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

Air China

Air China

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Beijing

Monday

Air China

Air China

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

Air China,United Airlines

Air China,United Airlines

Friday

Air China

Air China

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

Air China

Air China

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