Beijing

$471+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — BJS
Mar 26 — Apr 21
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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 February 24, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:59 pm
DCA
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PEK
2 stops42h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/11:20 pm
PEK
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DCA
1 stop39h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$937
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Thu 4/166:59 am
BWI
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PEK
2 stops30h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/312:05 pm
PEK
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BWI
3 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23$964
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/299:00 am
IAD
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PEK
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/1310:50 am
PEK
-
IAD
2 stops26h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$969
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:10 am
IAD
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PEK
2 stops31h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/197:25 am
PEK
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IAD
2 stops34h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$976
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/291:20 pm
DCA
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PEK
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/91:20 pm
PEK
-
DCA
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$987
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/149:00 pm
DCA
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PEK
2 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/191:20 pm
PEK
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DCA
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$993
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Sun 9/66:10 am
IAD
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PEK
2 stops40h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 9/136:40 pm
PEK
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IAD
2 stops46h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$997
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/261:50 am
IAD
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PEK
1 stop29h 40m
EVA Air
Sun 9/137:50 pm
PEK
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IAD
1 stop38h 10m
EVA Air
Deal found 2/23$998
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Tue 4/711:00 pm
IAD
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PEK
Nonstop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/123:30 pm
PEK
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IAD
3 stops45h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23$1,011
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Tue 4/712:15 pm
IAD
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PEK
1 stop20h 00m
ANA
Tue 5/123:10 pm
PEK
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IAD
2 stops28h 17m
ANA
Deal found 2/23$1,017
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Sun 9/65:30 pm
DCA
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PEK
2 stops29h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/123:15 am
PEK
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DCA
2 stops33h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$1,026
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:15 pm
IAD
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PEK
2 stops27h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/227:25 am
PEK
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IAD
2 stops33h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/23$1,026

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$964
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$471
(Expedia)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,614

Good round-trip deal

$1,247 or less

Good one-way deal

$449 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Beijing (BJS) flight deals.
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Beijing (BJS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($246 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Beijing (BJS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Beijing (BJS).

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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 February 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/8

1:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/17

1:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

$1,156

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/9

12:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/12

10:40 am-10:50 am

1 stop36h 10m

$1,156

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/25

11:15 am-2:45 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/8

12:40 am-8:40 am

1 stop44h 00m

$1,229

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

10:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 30m

Beijing Capital

Fri 5/22

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

$1,231

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/27

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

$1,231

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

10:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/27

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

$1,231

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Beijing Capital

Mon 5/25

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

$1,231

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/31

5:37 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops38h 48m

Beijing Capital

Sat 5/2

12:05 pm-5:40 am

2 stops29h 35m

$1,289

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/11

7:20 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 6/15

12:30 pm-6:54 am

2 stops30h 24m

$1,389

BaltimoreBeijing

BWI - PEK

BWIPEK

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/1

7:04 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops36h 26m

Beijing Capital

Sun 4/26

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops54h 15m

$1,395

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 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.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

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 February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing, you should look to book at least 56 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing (average of $842). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,450). 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 February 24, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 94% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Beijing have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 266 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

Over the last year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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 February 24, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, ANA, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Beijing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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.
  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in 20h 15m. Fly via Korean Air, Emirates, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Washington, D.C. and Beijing are separated by a distance of 6900 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $599, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Beijing and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Korean Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $867 and $1,033, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,561 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is $425 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at $976.

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

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

    Tokyo travelers tend to visit Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower more than anywhere else. Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower are located about 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Travelers can book a car rental at Tokyo Haneda for about $63 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Los Angeles?

    If you're on a layover in Los Angeles and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, or L.A. Live. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi respectively from Los Angeles. Those on a layover in Los Angeles in need of a rental car can book one at Los Angeles for about $42.

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

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing (average of $842). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,450). 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 February 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$599Average$2,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$867Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$1,033Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,175Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,371Average$1,833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$1,421Average$1,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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