How long does it take to fly to Beijing?

Flight times from Illinois to Beijing vary, but if you’re flying out of Chicago and flying into Beijing Capital Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 22m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Beijing is flying from Peoria to Beijing Capital Airport, which will take roughly 48h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Beijing

What airlines fly to Beijing?

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from Illinois according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to Beijing are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Beijing.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois 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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11:15 am - 9:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

32h 10m1 stop Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 8:30 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$956Korean Air

Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 19

11:15 am - 10:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

21h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

1:30 am - 8:30 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$958Korean Air

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

4:15 pm - 12:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

31h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

6:40 pm - 1:55 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$959Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

7:00 am - 9:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

36h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl

10:50 am - 11:59 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 09m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$977Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

4:15 pm - 1:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

20h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:35 am - 12:55 pmPKX Beijing Daxing Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$988Cathay Pacific

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 4

8:01 pm - 5:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

31h 24m1 stop San Francisco

7:20 pm - 7:13 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 53m1 stop San Francisco

$990United Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Mar 24

7:45 pm - 4:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

19h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

11:40 am - 6:56 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

$990United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 5

5:45 pm - 8:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

37h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

8:20 am - 8:40 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$992ANA

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

12:45 pm - 4:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

37h 30m1 stop Istanbul

12:40 am - 6:20 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,000Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12

5:45 pm - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

29h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

8:20 am - 8:40 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$1,001ANA

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

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4:20 pm - 3:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

34h 05m1 stop San Francisco

5:25 pm - 11:05 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 40m1 stop San Francisco

$980United Airlines

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10:00 pm - 3:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

28h 25m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

5:25 pm - 6:56 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 31m1 stop San Francisco

$980United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9

4:20 pm - 3:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

34h 05m1 stop San Francisco

5:25 pm - 11:05 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 40m1 stop San Francisco

$985United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9

8:50 am - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

38h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda

8:20 am - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 25m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,003ANA

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9

7:50 pm - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

27h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,017ANA

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5:45 pm - 8:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

37h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

8:20 am - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 25m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,090ANA

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 1

4:00 pm - 1:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

20h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

5:25 pm - 2:43 pmPKX Beijing Daxing Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 18m2 stops Singapore Changi Vancouver Intl

$1,265Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9

8:40 am - 9:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

23h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Tokyo Narita

3:15 am - 8:12 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 57m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Tokyo Narita Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,400Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8

4:00 pm - 9:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

40h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:35 am - 2:20 pmPKX Beijing Daxing Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,439Cathay Pacific

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 31

4:00 pm - 1:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

20h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:35 am - 2:20 pmPKX Beijing Daxing Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,450Cathay Pacific

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8

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1 stop29h 15m

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Tue 9/22

8:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

$1,001

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,105. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in February, then you should wait until September to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,110.

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The best one-way flight to Beijing from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $426. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $956.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Beijing?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Beijing are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Beijing?
As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Beijing.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Beijing?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois 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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ANA	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,300 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $719	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,110 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,455 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,104	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,221 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,908 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,514 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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