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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $992.

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

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Beijing Capital Airport?

Air China, Korean Air and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Beijing Capital Airport from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 75% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Beijing Capital Airport. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Beijing Capital Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of May 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 50% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Beijing Capital Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Beijing Capital Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 07m and 24h 15m, respectively.

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

Tokyo (HND) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 23m.

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 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital

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 271 minutes.

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. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport is 6 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?

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 Capital Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing Capital Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Beijing Capital Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $2,072 to $1,653. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,108.

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1:20 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

28h 30m

1 stop

12:50 am - 7:15 pm

PEK

IAD

31h 25m

1 stop

$1,108Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Dec 3

5:14 pm - 2:10 am

DCA

PEK

44h 56m

2 stops

1:25 pm - 9:59 pm

PEK

DCA

21h 34m

1 stop

$1,115Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 10

5:44 pm - 9:40 am

IAD

PEK

51h 56m

2 stops

4:50 pm - 11:59 pm

PEK

IAD

43h 09m

2 stops

$1,119Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Oct 16

9:45 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

20h 05m

1 stop

12:10 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

23h 25m

1 stop

$1,120Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

1:20 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

28h 30m

1 stop

7:20 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

40h 15m

1 stop

$1,130Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Sep 11

7:00 am - 2:00 pm

IAD

PEK

43h 00m

2 stops

10:40 am - 5:40 am

PEK

IAD

31h 00m

2 stops

$1,134Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

8:15 am - 12:00 pm

IAD

PEK

39h 45m

2 stops

8:20 am - 10:05 am

PEK

IAD

37h 45m

1 stop

$1,137ANA

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

8:30 am - 12:15 pm

DCA

PEK

38h 45m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 11:45 am

PEK

DCA

33h 30m

2 stops

$1,142ANA

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

8:35 am - 12:15 pm

IAD

PEK

38h 40m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 11:43 am

PEK

IAD

33h 28m

2 stops

$1,142ANA

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

1:20 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

28h 30m

1 stop

7:20 am - 7:50 pm

PEK

IAD

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,143Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jul 24 - Thu, Aug 27

Cathay Pacific flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 8

DCA1:52 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

32h 53m

2 stops

PEK10:45 amBeijing Capital

Sep 16

PEK3:15 amBeijing Capital

29h 44m

2 stops

DCA8:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,277

Cathay Pacific

Aug 24

DCA11:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 40m

2 stops

PEK1:25 amBeijing Capital

Sep 5

PEK10:00 amBeijing Capital

25h 58m

2 stops

DCA11:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,309

Cathay Pacific

Sep 1

DCA11:34 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 51m

2 stops

PEK1:25 amBeijing Capital

Sep 15

PEK7:25 amBeijing Capital

28h 33m

2 stops

DCA11:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,324

ANA flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport

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Sep 1

IAD8:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 45m

2 stops

PEK12:00 pmBeijing Capital

Sep 15

PEK8:20 amBeijing Capital

37h 45m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,137

ANA

Nov 4

DCA8:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

38h 45m

2 stops

PEK12:15 pmBeijing Capital

Nov 11

PEK3:15 pmBeijing Capital

33h 30m

2 stops

DCA11:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,142

ANA

Sep 13

DCA3:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 45m

2 stops

PEK8:15 pmBeijing Capital

Oct 14

PEK3:10 pmBeijing Capital

36h 28m

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DCA3:38 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,147

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Tue 10/13

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1 stop28h 30m

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Tue 10/13

5:14 pm-2:10 am

2 stops44h 56m

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1:25 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop21h 34m

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Thu 9/24

9:45 pm-5:50 am

1 stop20h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/8

12:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,120

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/26

1:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

Beijing Capital

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7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,130

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/11

7:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops43h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/18

10:40 am-5:40 am

2 stops31h 00m

$1,134

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/1

8:15 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/15

8:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop37h 45m

$1,137

Washington, D.C.Beijing

DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/4

8:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/11

3:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops33h 30m

$1,142

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/4

8:35 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/11

3:15 pm-11:43 am

2 stops33h 28m

$1,142

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/24

1:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

Beijing Capital

Thu 8/27

7:20 am-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,143

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Beijing Capital Airport?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $266. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Beijing Capital Airport from Washington, D.C. during March instead. Flights to Beijing Capital Airport in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $347.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,265. The most expensive day to fly to Beijing Capital Airport is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,851.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Beijing Capital Airport from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Beijing Capital Airport for around $1,649 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Beijing Capital Airport from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,398 on momondo.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport.

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Best Price Found	$1,015
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Direct flights	Wed and Sat

The best one-way flight to Beijing Capital Airport from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,015. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,760.

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

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

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital by plane?
There are 6907.2 mi between Washington, D.C. and Beijing Capital. By plane, this route typically takes 16h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport is 6 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?
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 Capital Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing Capital Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Beijing Capital Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Beijing Capital Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Beijing Capital Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 747, making up 95.29% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777-300ER with 1.31%, Boeing 777-300 with 1.31%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 0.79%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport is Air China, representing 100% of all bookings.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $986	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,360 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,033	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,217 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 149 reviews	Search Air China flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,700 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,294	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,208 reviews	Search ANA flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,562	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,992 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

Air China Flights From Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport
Air China flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Beijing Capital Airport start from $1,262 round-trip. Over the 2 Air China flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,602 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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