Flying from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know
Seattle's main base, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport flight.
Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services each week. You can get from SEA to PEK on Hainan Airlines's 11am departure.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to PEK.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) can be booked from here.
When taking off from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport with Hainan Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and PEK is Hainan Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Hainan Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Seattle to PEK that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SEA and PEK include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to PEK flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Most flights that depart Seattle Paine Field International Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
Central Beijing is around 27 kilometres from Beijing Capital International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Right now, 318 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 590 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seattle to PEK.
The best month for scoring cheap Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Plan your visit to Beijing in December for a more low-key escape.
Book a Seattle to PEK plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Beijing Capital International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Beijing when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Forbidden City followed by Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Beijing. Around 121 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, consider Tangshan, roughly 145 kilometres east of Beijing. Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park are key highlights.