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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £618. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.£291 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £291, select.

Beijing.£296 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £296, select.

Beijing.£297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £297, select.

Beijing.£300 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £300, select.

Beijing.£308 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £308, select.

Beijing.£347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £347, select.

Beijing.£366 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.

Beijing.£368 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £368, select.

Beijing.£375 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £375, select.

Beijing.£383 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Beijing.£409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.

Beijing.£465 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £465, select.

Beijing.£490 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £490, select.

Beijing.£491 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £491, select.

Beijing.£491 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £491, select.

Beijing.£492 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £492, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing

Alternative Los Angeles International to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Beijing Capital

16 miles from central Beijing

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from £297

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Beijing Daxing

28 miles from central Beijing

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Los Angeles to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£291
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	14 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	20

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Beijing?

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.

How much are return flights from Los Angeles International to Beijing?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Beijing is £480. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing?

14 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Beijing.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Beijing?

Air China and United fly direct from Los Angeles International to Beijing.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles International to Beijing?

As of April 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Beijing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Beijing is usually August.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Beijing?

If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 15.6 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £480.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing on Sunday, 16 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beijing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Beijing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Beijing?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing with?

Currently, Asiana Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing: what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing is 12 hours 40 minutes.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Air China offers a 12:20 departure between LAX and PEK.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LAX to Beijing flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your trip at LAX and touch down at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Book your favourite seat with Air China. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LAX to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
LAX is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel near LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beijing

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing flight is £291. The cheapest price for a return flight is £480. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LAX to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
Finding a cheap flight from LAX to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a new discount appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Beijing. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from LAX to Beijing. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

The centre of Beijing is located around 48 kms (30 miles) from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PKX. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LAX to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Beijing

December is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

You've visited Beijing, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 113 kms (70 miles) southeast to Tianjin to tick off its top attractions. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 418 kms (260 miles) south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.