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Cheapest round-trip
$685
Typical prices: $841-$1,316
Sichuan Airlines
Sat 11/10Tue 11/20
LAX - PEK • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$869
Typical prices: $1,071-$1,534
Air China
Thu 11/22Mon 12/3
LAX - PEK • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air China and United Airlines. Average duration is 14h 49m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 42% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $590 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Capital (LAX-PEK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Capital

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 11:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
33h 45m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 7:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
26h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$685Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 21
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9:30 pm - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 55m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 8:00 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
21h 20m1 stop Chengdu
$690Sichuan Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Mon, Mar 8
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 11:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
7:00 am - 9:05 amPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
18h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$708China Eastern
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15
China Eastern Logo
11:30 am - 11:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
20h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:30 am - 10:05 amPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
16h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$744China Eastern
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Mar 4
ANA Logo
12:10 am - 8:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
28h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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8:25 am - 2:05 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
21h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$768ANA
Sun, Feb 21 - Tue, Mar 9
ANA Logo
12:10 am - 8:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
28h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
8:25 am - 5:50 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
25h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$768ANA
Sun, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 20
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 am - 3:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
24h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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10:00 am - 4:30 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
21h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$789Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
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10:45 pm - 1:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
23h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
18h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$789Cathay Pacific
Sun, Feb 14 - Mon, Mar 8
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:50 pm - 9:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
17h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 3:40 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
20h 50m1 stop Incheon Intl
$795Asiana Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 2:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PEK Beijing Capital
37h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 6:40 amPEK  Beijing Capital-LAX Los Angeles
29h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl
$799Asiana Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport typically range from $841 to $1,316. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $685, on Sichuan Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport at $625 round-trip.
•December ($1,298) and June ($1,265) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% 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 Los Angeles to Capital

 
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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$435
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Capital

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:35 am and lands at 3:24 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 2:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 14h 49m.

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport takes 14h 49m, covering 6,232 miles.

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

    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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport range from $841 to $1,316, with an average of $1,075 over the past 12 months. Anything below $841 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $1,075 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $590 round-trip via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL), compared to $1,249 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and AIR PREMIA. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $443, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Beijing Capital (PEK).

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

    Night 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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport?

    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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 59m.

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $945 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,190, a difference of $245.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Beijing Capital Airport. 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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 24m, compared with 17h 49m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 18h 55m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

    Beijing Capital Airport is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Beijing Capital Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Beijing Capital Airport are Forbidden City, Tiananmen and Silk Street Market. These are among the most viewed places in Beijing Capital Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport 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
    • ANA: 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 Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $945, about $245 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $625 round-trip in that month - typically $673 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air China. Over the past three months, 90% of Air China flights from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 59m, 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 Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $590 round-trip on this route - about $659 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 Beijing Capital Airport.

    • Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport
    • Capital Airport International Hotel
    • Fairfield by Marriott Beijing Capital Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Beijing Capital

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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Direct returns

Beijing Capital 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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