How many flights depart from California to Beijing on average per week?

As of December 2025, 20 flights take off from California and land in Beijing each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Beijing?

Flight times from California to Beijing vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Beijing Capital Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 13h 40m on average. Another popular route from California to Beijing is flying from Los Angeles to Beijing Capital Airport, which will take roughly 14h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from California to Beijing on average per day?

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from California and land in Beijing each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 63% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Beijing?

Air China, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from California according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Beijing?

ANA, Asiana Airlines, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Beijing

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Beijing?

Prices for flights from California to Beijing are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Beijing?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Beijing is 12 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Beijing?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Beijing.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Beijing may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Beijing. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from California to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $821. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in November, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $836.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Beijing?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Beijing from California is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $895. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,067. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Beijing.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Beijing?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Beijing when you can find flight prices for as low as $790. Flying to Beijing in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,241.

What is the cheapest California to Beijing flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Beijing?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing for around $1,084 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing from California for as low as $697 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Beijing flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Beijing flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$416
Fastest flight time	13h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Beijing	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Beijing from California in the past 72 hours is $416. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $847.

The fastest flight from California to Beijing takes 13h 40m

Direct flights go from California to Beijing on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Beijing. From California there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK).

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Prices for flights from California to Beijing are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Beijing?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Beijing is 12 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Beijing?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Beijing.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Beijing may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Beijing. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Beijing?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Beijing is Boeing 777-300, representing 32.27% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 17.33%, Boeing 777 at 15.69%, and Boeing 777-300ER at 13.50%.

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Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $556	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $574	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 499 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $659	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,103 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $676	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 179 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $701	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 123 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $777	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,185 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,041 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $856	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,109 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $878	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 132 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $973	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 792 reviews	Search China Airlines flights

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Can stopping save me money on California to Beijing flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Beijing flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Beijing?

ANA, Asiana Airlines, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Beijing

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How many flights depart from California to Beijing on average per day?

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from California and land in Beijing each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 63% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from California to Beijing on average per week?

As of December 2025, 20 flights take off from California and land in Beijing each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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