Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Beijing?

Flights from San José to Beijing usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and may arrive at several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Beijing?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Beijing.

Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Beijing pass through?

One-stop flights from San José to Beijing most commonly connect through: • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 84% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 14% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Beijing?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San José to Beijing route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,446 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,858, a difference of $412. 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 popular places can I visit in Beijing?

Some of the most popular sights in Beijing are Wangfujing Street, Forbidden City and Sanyuanqiao Subway Station. These are among the most viewed places in Beijing on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San José to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from San José to Beijing takes 0h 00m, covering 8,739 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Beijing?

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.

Have flight prices from San José to Beijing 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 $1,339 to $10,291. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San José to Beijing looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Beijing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $647, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Beijing?

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 31h 13m, compared with 33h 58m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 34h 28m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between San José and Beijing?

Beijing is 14 hours ahead of San José (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Beijing flight?

Round-trip flights from San José to Beijing range from $1,360 to $1,941, with an average of $1,602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,360 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Beijing?

Air Canada ($1,339) and United Airlines ($1,490) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Beijing according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San José to Beijing?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the most popular layover for the San José to Beijing route. 84% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CDG.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San José to Beijing?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,636. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San José to Beijing which airport offers the shortest layover?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Beijing layovers at 1,174 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Mar 14

9:20 am - 6:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

67h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

8:05 pm - 10:30 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

64h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,339Air Canada

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 24

9:20 am - 6:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

43h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

8:05 pm - 11:50 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

65h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,339Air Canada

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Mar 17

9:20 am - 6:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

43h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

8:05 pm - 10:30 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

64h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,339Air Canada

Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 21

8:45 am - 6:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

43h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

8:05 pm - 11:50 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

65h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,344Air Canada

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 24

1:23 am - 6:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

50h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

7:00 am - 11:57 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 57m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$1,460Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 21

1:23 am - 11:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

32h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

11:30 am - 11:57 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

50h 27m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

$1,472Multiple Airlines

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7:55 am - 4:40 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

30h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

11:40 am - 12:42 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

39h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Newark

$1,490United Airlines

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8:45 am - 3:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

40h 40m1 stop San Francisco

7:20 pm - 7:32 amPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 12m1 stop San Francisco

$1,490United Airlines

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1:25 pm - 5:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

62h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

7:20 pm - 8:32 amPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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$1,490United Airlines

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1:25 pm - 3:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

36h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

11:40 am - 5:25 amPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,490United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

12:44 pm - 3:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

36h 41m2 stops Newark San Francisco

5:25 pm - 12:21 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 56m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

$2,373United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Jan 16

1:03 pm - 12:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

33h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

6:35 pm - 11:25 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$2,429Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

6:25 pm - 8:55 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

10:55 am - 5:00 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

44h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,509KLM

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

6:17 pm - 3:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

31h 38m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:05 pm - 5:00 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,540Air France

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

6:25 pm - 8:55 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

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$2,550Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

6:25 pm - 3:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

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$2,555KLM

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

6:17 pm - 3:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

31h 38m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

10:55 am - 5:00 pmPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

44h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,580Air France

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

2:48 pm - 1:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

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Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

5:55 pm - 1:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

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8:10 pm - 7:10 amPEK Beijing Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

49h 00m3 stops Tijuana Rodriguez Mexico City Benito Juarez Panama City Tocumen Intl

$2,867Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

1:25 pm - 3:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

60h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

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32h 13m2 stops San Francisco Newark

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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Beijing flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Beijing?

Round-trip flights from San José to Beijing start at $1,339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,360 to $1,941. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,339 on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest San José to Beijing flight route?

There's little price difference between San José to Beijing routes. They average around $1,666 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Beijing?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Beijing, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Beijing?

November is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Beijing at $1,306 round-trip.
June ($2,196) and July ($2,057) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Beijing?
Flights from San José to Beijing usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and may arrive at several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Beijing?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Beijing.
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Beijing pass through?
One-stop flights from San José to Beijing most commonly connect through:

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 84% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 14% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Beijing?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San José to Beijing route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,446 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,858, a difference of $412. 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 popular places can I visit in Beijing?
Some of the most popular sights in Beijing are Wangfujing Street, Forbidden City and Sanyuanqiao Subway Station. These are among the most viewed places in Beijing on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from San José to Beijing?
A nonstop flight from San José to Beijing takes 0h 00m, covering 8,739 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Beijing?
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.
Have flight prices from San José to Beijing 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 $1,339 to $10,291. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Beijing looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Beijing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $647, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Beijing?
Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 31h 13m, compared with 33h 58m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 34h 28m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between San José and Beijing?
Beijing is 14 hours ahead of San José (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Beijing flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Beijing range from $1,360 to $1,941, with an average of $1,602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,360 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,446 - about $412 less than Saturday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Beijing trip for November. Fares historically average $1,306 round-trip in that month - typically $890 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

Near Beijing Capital Airport

· Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport
· Capital Airport International Hotel
· ibis Styles Beijing Capital Airport

Near Beijing Daxing Intl Airport

· Hilton Garden Inn Beijing Daxing International Airport
· Fairfield by Marriott Beijing Daxing Airport
· Radisson Hotel, Beijing Daxing Airport

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