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Flight deals from Vancouver to Beijing Capital Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £651. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.£296 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £296, select.
Beijing.£305 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £305, select.
Beijing.£305 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £305, select.
Beijing.£306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £306, select.
Beijing.£307 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £307, select.
Beijing.£344 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £344, select.
Beijing.£364 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £364, select.
Beijing.£368 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £368, select.
Beijing.£368 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £368, select.
Beijing.£369 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £369, select.
Beijing.£369 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £369, select.
Beijing.£387 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.
Beijing.£390 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £390, select.
Beijing.£425 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £425, select.
Beijing.£428 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.
Beijing.£470 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £470, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to Beijing Capital flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from £296
May
from £305
Jun
from £306
Jul
from £428
Aug
from £387
Sep
from £344
Oct
from £307
Nov
from £305
Dec
from £369
Jan
from £425
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Vancouver to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

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Vancouver to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£296
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time12 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital is £481. 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.
12 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Beijing Capital.
Air China and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver to Beijing Capital.
As of April 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Beijing Capital.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital Airport on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 54 minutes.
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 Capital 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.
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.

Travelling from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is Vancouver's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) departing from here.

  • 13 hours is the average journey time for a direct Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport flight.

  • Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver. Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can pick from 8 direct services every week. Air Canada operates a 11:40am departure between YVR and PEK.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to PEK.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) leave from this terminal.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport with Air Canada. This popular carrier offers services from YVR.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between YVR and PEK is Air Canada.

  • Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:

  • When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)

  • CXH is around 2 kms (1 mile) from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 10 minutes.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to PEK flight:

Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)

  • From central Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kms (45 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Make catching an early Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford International Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:

  • Flights that take off from YXX land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 68% of the time.

About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing

  • Beijing Capital International Airport is around 27 kms (17 miles) from the centre of Beijing. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • £296 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport. A return flight starts at £481. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Vancouver to PEK.

  • October is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to PEK by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). June is the peak month for travel to Beijing. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in November.

  • When booking your Vancouver to PEK plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • January sees temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 121 kms (75 miles) southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.

  • Tangshan is another sought-after destination in China and is around 145 kms (90 miles) east of Beijing. No trip is complete without visiting Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Beijing

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