$427 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Beijing (PEK)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Beijing (LAX-PEK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $427 for one-way flights and $704 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sichuan Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 13
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$704 Roundtrip, just found
$704
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $704 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Fri, Apr 25 - Mon, May 26
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$784 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$784
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 25 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $784 found 2 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 12
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$822 Roundtrip, just found
$822
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $822 just found
Asiana Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Sun, Jun 15
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$846 Roundtrip, just found
$846
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Sun, Jun 15, priced at $846 just found
Philippine Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Oct 12
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$882 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$882
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $882 found 5 hours ago
Korean Air
Fri, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 29
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$904 Roundtrip, just found
$904
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $904 just found
All Nippon Airways
Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 12
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$913 Roundtrip, just found
$913
Roundtrip
just found
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $913 just found
United
Sat, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 2
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$926 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$926
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $926 found 11 hours ago
China Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$961 Roundtrip, just found
$961
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $961 just found
EVA Airways
Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 12
LAX
Los Angeles
PEK
Beijing
$1,108 Roundtrip, just found
$1,108
Roundtrip
just found
Select EVA Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Los Angeles to Beijing, returning Mon, May 12, priced at $1,108 just found
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Beijing (PEK)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Capital Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Air France, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Emirates, Japan Airlines, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$703
Distance
6236 mi

Los Angeles to Beijing Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Beijing are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Beijing with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Beijing

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Beijing: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Beijing

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Beijing in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $427 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Beijing flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Beijing airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) start at $1046. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving LAX on May 1 2025 and touching down at PEK. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to PEK?
The cheapest flights from LAX to PEK are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
When departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) with Air China.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to PEK?
Take off from LAX to PEK with United. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $540. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on July 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
On average, you can pick from 6 direct flights per week from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK). To expand your choices, consider flights with layovers. Enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filter tool to include one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
The 10 PM departures from LAX to PEK are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to PEK?
If you depart on a Tuesday, you’ll get the widest range of options for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 1:20PM UTC-8, leaving from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You’ll be flying for approximately 12h 50m, coming in to land at Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) at approximately 6:10PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
Flights from LAX to PEK have an average travel time of 14 hours and 55 minutes. The distance between the two is 6,200 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
To avoid possible delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Beijing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you’re on a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Beijing, Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LAX to PEK right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you’re flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to PEK flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a LAX to PEK flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)?
If you booked your LAX to PEK flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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