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Flights from Los Angeles to Beijing

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Beijing (PEK) take about 13h 3m (10,037 km). Air China and United Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $392 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Beijing

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A stunning aerial view of ancient Chinese architecture with Beijing's city skyline in the background. — arriving in Beijing

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Beijing

Carriers on LAX–PEK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Los Angeles to Beijing fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $533 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $397. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$60425 Oct 2026 · Air China	$399 · 1 stop30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$53322 Nov 2026 · Air China	$397 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$72324 Dec 2026 · Air China	$677 · 2 stops24 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$56611 Jan 2027 · Air China	$417 · 1 stop5 Jan 2027
Mar 2027	$5738 Mar 2027 · Air China	$422 · 1 stop14 Mar 2027
Sept 2027	$590618 Sept 2027 · United Airlines	$523 · 1 stop18 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $397 for November 2026, $417 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Los Angeles to Beijing, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Beijing

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Beijing flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 13h 3m, covering 10,037 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Los Angeles from Beijing by air?

The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport is 10,037 km (6,237 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Beijing?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–PEK route include Air China and United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Beijing cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–PEK was $392 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 30 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Beijing?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $397 one-way, against $677 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Los Angeles to Beijing?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $312 with one stop against $392 nonstop, a saving of $80. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to China?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Beijing?

China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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