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847 € Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles to Beijing

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Beijing.847 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 847 €, select.
Beijing.868 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 868 €, select.
Beijing.868 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 868 €, select.
Beijing.868 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 868 €, select.
Beijing.870 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 870 €, select.
Beijing.870 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Fri, 22 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 870 €, select.
Beijing.875 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 875 €, select.
Beijing.882 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 882 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in April.
Sep
from 1.055 €
Oct
from 875 €
Nov
from 882 €
Dec
from 1.136 €
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Feb
from 882 €
Mar
from 870 €
Apr
from 868 €
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Jun
from 1.145 €
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Aug
from 1.000 €

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Washington D.C. to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found847 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time16 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Beijing is 847 €. 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.
16 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from Washington Dulles to Beijing.
As of September 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Beijing is usually September.
If you're flying from Washington Dulles Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from 847 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Beijing on Monday, 22 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 55 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 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.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Turkish Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Approximately 14 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • The busiest route is from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). There are four weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 12:50 departure between IAD and PEK.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your IAD to Beijing flight.

  • If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing ticket. Start your journey at IAD and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Take to the skies with United Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from IAD to Beijing. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Beijing

  • 423 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing flight. Return plane tickets start from 847 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IAD to Beijing.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from IAD to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discount appears.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:

  • Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from IAD to Beijing. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price.

  • PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Visit Beijing in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IAD to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Beijing travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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