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Flight deals from New York to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,084. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.C$576 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 27.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue., Oct. 27, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$576, select.
Beijing.C$621 per passenger.Departing Fri., Aug. 7.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Aug. 7, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$621, select.
Beijing.C$687 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 10.One-way flight with China Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu., Sep. 10, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$687, select.
Beijing.C$690 per passenger.Departing Mon., Apr. 13.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Apr. 13, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$690, select.
Beijing.C$692 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jan. 4.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Jan. 4, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$692, select.
Beijing.C$728 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 9.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Nov. 9, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$728, select.
Beijing.C$730 per passenger.Departing Mon., Dec. 28.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Dec. 28, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$730, select.
Beijing.C$732 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 1.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., May 1, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$732, select.
Beijing.C$754 per passenger.Departing Wed., Feb. 17.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed., Feb. 17, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$754, select.
Beijing.C$785 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jul. 10.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Jul. 10, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$785, select.
Beijing.C$845 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 30.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Mar. 30, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$845, select.
Beijing.C$924 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 5.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Jun. 5, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$924, select.
Beijing.C$1,121 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 7.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue., Apr. 7, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,121, select.
Beijing.C$1,130 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 27.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu., Aug. 27, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,130, select.
Beijing.C$1,233 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 27.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue., Oct. 27, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,233, select.
Beijing.C$1,239 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 10.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu., Sep. 10, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,239, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in October.
Mar.
from C$845
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from C$690
May
from C$732
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from C$924
Jul.
from C$785
Aug.
from C$621
Sep.
from C$687
Oct.
from C$576
Nov.
from C$728
Dec.
from C$730
Jan.
from C$692
Feb.
from C$754

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Alternative New York to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Beijing Capital

25km from central Beijing
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Beijing Daxing

45km from central Beijing
from C$704
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New York to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$576
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time16 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from New York to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Beijing is C$1,084. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
16 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from New York to Beijing.
As of March 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from New York to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Beijing is usually April.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,084.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Beijing on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beijing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Saudia. And the cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Daxing Airport is Air China.

Flying from New York to Beijing: what you need to know

  • When searching for your flight from New York to Beijing, there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main terminals.

  • When landing in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the chief entry points.

  • 15 hours 31 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from New York to Beijing. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 12 hours ahead of New York.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 7 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from New York to Beijing is with United Airlines at 11:50. Go for the first EWR to PEK departure operated by United Airlines at 11:50 to maximize your time in Beijing.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from New York to Beijing, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • If you hold a passport from United States, you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from New York to Beijing for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.

Flying from New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • If you're after a direct flight from New York to Beijing, you can depart from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Travel from EWR to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in one continuous trip.

  • United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from New York to Beijing departing from EWR.

  • We make it a breeze to plan a flight from New York to Beijing that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, EWR can be reached in about 28 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You can take a nonstop flight from New York to Beijing departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and hop off the plane at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Get on your direct flight from New York to Beijing with Air China. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of JFK.

  • Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Beijing, here's where you can stop when heading out from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. It takes 48 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to Beijing, kick back in one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • The centre of Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from New York to Beijing has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • After your flight from New York to Beijing, settle in at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Beijing

  • Right now, C$576 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Beijing. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,084. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flights from New York to Beijing.

  • Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Beijing. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from New York to Beijing. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from New York to Beijing. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Best time to go to Beijing

  • February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Beijing, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from New York to Beijing sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Beijing, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.

Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from New York to Beijing to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Beijing, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

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