Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Washington DC: what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is 12 hours behind Beijing, where Beijing Capital International Airport is located.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route, with 10 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from PEK to IAD is with United at 18:25. Choose the first departure with Air China at 12:30 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from PEK to Washington DC, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll be touching down.
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with United. This airline has direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from PEK to Washington DC, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from China and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near PEK? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC is C$748. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,348. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from PEK to Washington DC, reserve your trip 5 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from PEK to Washington DC every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 43 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near DCA if you're catching a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Following your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near IAD. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from PEK to Washington DC at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Washington DC, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from PEK to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
After booking your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Washington DC, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
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