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$403+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Beijing, China (BJS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — BJS
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Beijing are usually found in November or October, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,123
(oojo)

One-way from

$403
(Kiwi.com)

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November

Average price

$2,017
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2812:00 pmIAD - PEK
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/226:50 amPEK - IAD
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,593
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/285:30 pmIAD - PEK
2 stops46h 15mLufthansa
Wed 1/222:05 pmPEK - IAD
2 stops63h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,845
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2511:50 amIAD - PEK
1 stop21h 25mKorean Air
Wed 1/16:55 pmPEK - IAD
1 stop27h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 12/16$1,938
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:00 pmDCA - PEK
2 stops57h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/207:20 pmPEK - DCA
3 stops35h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,092
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:55 amBWI - PEK
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/69:00 amPEK - BWI
3 stops46h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,117
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:22 pmIAD - PEK
2 stops35h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/137:20 pmPEK - IAD
2 stops33h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:50 pmDCA - PEK
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1111:25 amPEK - DCA
3 stops24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,263
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/214:35 pmIAD - PEK
1 stop22h 35mAir China
Tue 12/3112:30 pmPEK - IAD
Nonstop14h 40mAir China
Deal found 12/17$2,457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/244:02 pmBWI - PEK
2 stops36h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/107:20 pmPEK - BWI
2 stops38h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,562
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:30 amIAD - PEK
1 stop39h 15mEmirates
Mon 1/136:50 amPEK - IAD
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/18$2,575
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1711:05 amIAD - PEK
1 stop20h 30mANA
Mon 12/233:15 pmPEK - IAD
1 stop30h 55mANA
Deal found 12/17$2,776
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:40 pmIAD - PEK
2 stops31h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/3112:10 amPEK - IAD
2 stops44h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$2,785

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/26

1:30 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 2/9

12:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,123

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

6:10 pm-5:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/24

2:50 am-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,131

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/27

10:30 am-2:45 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 2/18

11:40 pm-8:10 am

1 stop45h 30m

$1,254

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/31

9:00 am-5:05 am

1 stop31h 05m

Beijing Capital

Fri 2/7

3:30 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops42h 29m

$1,293

BaltimoreBeijing

BWI - PEK

BWIPEK

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/31

8:08 am-5:05 am

1 stop31h 57m

Beijing Capital

Thu 2/6

1:30 am-8:14 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,294

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/24

9:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/10

6:35 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops33h 54m

$1,307

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/19

6:35 pm-4:45 am

1 stop22h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/9

1:20 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop42h 05m

$1,478

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

5:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 7/11

7:25 am-6:20 am

2 stops34h 55m

$1,481

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/1

11:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 1/26

6:55 pm-9:50 am

1 stop27h 55m

$1,501

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/22

2:05 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 2/18

3:15 pm-11:54 am

2 stops33h 39m

$1,516

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Beijing flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Beijing flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Beijing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Beijing flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Beijing flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Beijing from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing (average of $1,199). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing ranges from 0.0 - 8.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Beijing when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing, such as Lufthansa, ANA and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,123, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Beijing and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and Cathay Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,254 and $1,307, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing one-way?

    $543 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and China Airlines, with prices starting from $720 and $722, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Beijing is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Beijing Capital. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Beijing Capital or Baltimore/Washington - Beijing Capital.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,875 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is $1,475 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at $1,170.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights that have layovers will stop in Los Angeles. Los Angeles is followed by San Francisco in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travelers tend to visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live more than anywhere else. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers can book a car rental at Los Angeles for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in San Francisco?

    If you're on a layover in San Francisco and looking for things to do, consider visiting Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, or Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium can be visited by traveling about 13.0 mi, 11.6 mi, and 11.1 mi respectively from San Francisco. Those on a layover in San Francisco in need of a rental car can book one at San Francisco for about $50.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

    Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights have a layover in Istanbul least often. Tokyo is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing (average of $1,199). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,050Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,327Average$1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$1,409Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$1,492Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ANACheapest$1,600Average$1,873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,839Average$2,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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