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Cheapest round-trip
$1,057
Typical prices: $1,195-$1,823
Air Canada
Sun 12/23Mon 12/31
PEK - IAD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,486
Typical prices: $1,736-$2,172
Air China
Tue 12/18Mon 1/1
PEK - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Air China. Average duration is 15h 30m
Direct flights
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PEK - DCA
Cheapest • 1% average savings
PEK - IAD
Most popular
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Air China
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 21% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,233 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 21h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Beijing to Washington, D.C. (PEK-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Beijing to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:05 pm - 10:29 amPEK  Beijing Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:45 pm - 6:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PEK Beijing Capital
32h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,057Air Canada
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:05 pm - 8:23 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:30 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
36h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,057Air Canada
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:05 pm - 8:23 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:30 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
36h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,057Air Canada
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:05 pm - 3:24 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
32h 19m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:55 pm - 6:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PEK Beijing Capital
34h 25m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,083Air Canada
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:05 pm - 8:23 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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9:55 am - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
43h 25m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,083Air Canada
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:05 pm - 8:23 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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9:55 am - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
43h 25m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,083Air Canada
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:05 pm - 10:29 amPEK  Beijing Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:45 pm - 6:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PEK Beijing Capital
32h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,109Air Canada
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:05 pm - 8:23 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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9:05 am - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
44h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,123Air Canada
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
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8:05 pm - 10:29 amPEK  Beijing Capital-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:05 am - 6:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-PEK Beijing Capital
42h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
$1,134Air Canada
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27
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12:50 am - 11:45 amPEK  Beijing Capital-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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1:30 pm - 4:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PEK Beijing Capital
37h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$1,137Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1,195 to $1,823. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,057, on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $1,507 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. at $1,191 round-trip.
•August ($2,270) and July ($2,011) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Beijing to Washington, D.C.

 
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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.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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.

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Key details for Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$528
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 109% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Beijing to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Beijing to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 4:00 pm and lands at 7:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:00 pm and lands at 7:30 am.

    The flight takes about 15h 30m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 15h 30m, covering 6,907 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $1,195 to $1,823, with an average of $1,503 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,195 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,233 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to $1,890 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Air China is the only airline operating Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

  • Have flight prices from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,057 to $10,038. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $556, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Beijing Capital (PEK) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 18m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,208 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,890, a difference of $682.

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

  • What airlines fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Only Air China operates flights between Beijing Capital Airport and Washington, D.C..

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 39m, compared with 22h 03m via Vancouver Intl (YVR) and 22h 26m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • What is the time difference between Beijing Capital Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 12 hours behind Beijing Capital Airport (Eastern Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. 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

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

Your guide to booking Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,208, about $682 less than Friday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Beijing Capital Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for September. Fares historically average $1,191 round-trip in that month - typically $1,079 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,233 round-trip on this route - about $657 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Beijing to Washington, D.C.?

 
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Direct departures

Beijing Capital to Washington, D.C.

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Friday

Air China

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital

Tuesday

Air China

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Air China

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