Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Flights connecting via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 00m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 00m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $925.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Beijing on average per week?

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. and Beijing is 2 per week as of June 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 50% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

How long does it take to fly to Beijing?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Beijing vary, but if you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and flying into Beijing Capital Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 20h 07m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Beijing is flying from Baltimore to Beijing Capital Airport, which will take roughly 23h 47m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Beijing?

Air China, Korean Air and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Beijing on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Washington, D.C. and Beijing have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 270 minutes.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Beijing?

Incheon (ICN) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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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6:17 am - 9:40 am

BWI

PEK

39h 23m

2 stops

1:30 am - 2:50 pm

PEK

BWI

26h 20m

2 stops

$1,122Korean Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Jan 13

9:03 am - 9:40 am

IAD

PEK

36h 37m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 6:51 am

PEK

IAD

49h 21m

2 stops

$1,228Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Oct 31

5:15 pm - 2:10 am

DCA

PEK

44h 55m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 10:02 am

PEK

DCA

32h 42m

1 stop

$1,233Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 9

9:35 am - 2:00 pm

IAD

PEK

40h 25m

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10:40 am - 11:59 pm

PEK

IAD

25h 19m

2 stops

$1,234Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 23

12:15 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

PEK

20h 00m

1 stop

8:20 am - 9:20 pm

PEK

IAD

25h 00m

2 stops

$1,241ANA

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 18

9:00 pm - 6:15 pm

IAD

PEK

33h 15m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 3:55 pm

PEK

IAD

39h 15m

2 stops

$1,243Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Nov 13

8:20 am - 12:00 pm

IAD

PEK

39h 40m

2 stops

8:25 am - 10:10 am

PEK

IAD

37h 45m

1 stop

$1,248ANA

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 28

1:20 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

28h 30m

1 stop

7:20 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

40h 15m

1 stop

$1,249Turkish Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28

5:00 pm - 3:00 pm

DCA

PKX

34h 00m

2 stops

1:25 am - 5:56 pm

PKX

DCA

29h 31m

2 stops

$1,272Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Nov 10

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

DCA

PKX

42h 00m

2 stops

1:45 am - 7:20 pm

PKX

DCA

29h 35m

2 stops

$1,278Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 13

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Aug 10

IAD10:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 25m

1 stop

PEK10:20 pmBeijing Capital

Aug 27

PEK7:25 amBeijing Capital

37h 15m

1 stop

IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,293

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Jul 27

IAD10:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 30m

1 stop

PEK3:25 pmBeijing Capital

Aug 25

PEK12:40 amBeijing Capital

44h 00m

1 stop

IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,311

Emirates

Aug 3

IAD10:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 25m

1 stop

PEK10:20 pmBeijing Capital

Aug 24

PEK12:40 amBeijing Capital

44h 00m

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IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,330

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing

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Aug 21

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

PEK5:50 amBeijing Capital

Aug 28

PEK7:20 amBeijing Capital

40h 15m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,249

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Aug 21

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

PEK5:50 amBeijing Capital

Oct 30

PEK12:40 amBeijing Capital

31h 45m

1 stop

IAD8:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,259

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Aug 10

IAD1:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 55m

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PEK5:15 amBeijing Capital

Aug 28

PEK7:20 amBeijing Capital

40h 15m

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Thu 9/10

6:17 am-9:40 am

2 stops39h 23m

Beijing Capital

Wed 1/13

1:30 am-2:50 pm

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$1,122

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IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/21

9:03 am-9:40 am

2 stops36h 37m

Beijing Capital

Sat 10/31

5:30 pm-6:51 am

2 stops49h 21m

$1,228

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DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/22

5:15 pm-2:10 am

2 stops44h 55m

Beijing Capital

Fri 10/9

1:20 pm-10:02 am

1 stop32h 42m

$1,233

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/9

9:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Beijing Capital

Fri 10/23

10:40 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$1,234

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IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/1

12:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 9/18

8:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,241

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

9:00 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Beijing Capital

Fri 11/13

1:40 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$1,243

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/4

8:20 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/28

8:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop37h 45m

$1,248

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/21

1:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

Beijing Capital

Fri 8/28

7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,249

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PKX

DCAPKX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/26

5:00 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 11/10

1:25 am-5:56 pm

2 stops29h 31m

$1,272

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PKX

DCAPKX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/24

9:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops42h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 9/13

1:45 am-7:20 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,278

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Beijing?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $266. If you don’t want to visit Beijing in April, then you should wait until March to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $347.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Beijing from Washington, D.C. is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,297. 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 Monday because tickets tend to average around $1,787. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Beijing.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Beijing flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing for around $1,656 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,398 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Beijing flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Beijing flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Beijing flights are approximately 51% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$1,098
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Direct flights	Wed and Sat
Airports in Beijing	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Beijing from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,098. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Beijing found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,186.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Beijing takes 16h 55m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Beijing on Wednesday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Air China.

There are 2 airports in Beijing. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK).

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Beijing by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Beijing is 6920.7 mi. Flights usually cover this in 16h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?
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There are 4 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Beijing?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. to Beijing is Boeing 747, representing 93.86% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 1.71%, Boeing 777-300 at 1.71%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 1.02%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Beijing?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Beijing, the leading airline is Air China, making up 54% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include ANA with 11%, Qatar Airways with 7%, and Korean Air with 7%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $986	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,084	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,218 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,163	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,236 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights

Air China Flights From Washington, D.C. to Beijing
Air China flies from Washington, D.C. to Beijing around 2 times per week, with 155 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest Air China deal from Washington, D.C. to Beijing in the last 72 hours was $1,262 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $1,652 for Air China flights on this route.

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