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591 € Cheap Flights from Seattle (SEAA) to Beijing (BJSA)

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Cheapest deal591 €
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration13 hours and 25 minutes
Most popular airlineDelta

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Flight deals from Seattle to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.591 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 591 €, select.
Beijing.595 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.
Beijing.596 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 596 €, select.
Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.
Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.
Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.
Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.
Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from 867 €
Jan
from 591 €
Feb
from 718 €
Mar
from 603 €
Apr
from 596 €
May
from 860 €
Jun
from 839 €
Jul
from 835 €
Aug
from 603 €
Sep
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Direct flights from Seattle to Beijing

Alternative Seattle to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seattle to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Beijing is 591 €. 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.
13 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to Beijing.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Seattle to Beijing.
As of December 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Seattle to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Beijing is usually January.
If you're flying from Seattle, 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 591 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to Beijing on Thursday, 1 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 25 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 December, the average temperature is usually around -4°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Hainan Airlines .

Flying from Seattle to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Seattle has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Beijing leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major gateways.

  • The average length of a direct Seattle to Beijing flight is 12 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.

  • The busiest route for flights from Seattle to Beijing is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to PEK is the 11:00 Hainan Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 11:40 with Hainan Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your Seattle to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Beijing

  • Book five months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Seattle to Beijing flights.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Beijing. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Seattle to Beijing.

  • Find a cheap Seattle to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Jet off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a nonstop flight from Seattle to Beijing. From SEA, you can travel directly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Secure your Seattle to Beijing plane tickets with Hainan Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from SEA.

  • We make it simple to book a Seattle to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • In search of a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Beijing, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • 81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SEA.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Beijing. April is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Seattle to Beijing ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Beijing, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to check off its top sights. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Seattle to Beijing

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