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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £714. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.£375 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £375, select.

Beijing.£377 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £377, select.

Beijing.£381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £381, select.

Beijing.£415 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Beijing.£445 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £445, select.

Beijing.£452 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £452, select.

Beijing.£470 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £470, select.

Beijing.£473 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £473, select.

Beijing.£478 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £478, select.

Beijing.£498 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £498, select.

Beijing.£556 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £556, select.

Beijing.£626 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £626, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Direct flights from Chicago to Beijing

Alternative Chicago to Beijing routes

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

Beijing Capital

16 miles from central Beijing

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from £375

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Beijing Daxing

28 miles from central Beijing

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Chicago to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£375
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	13 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Beijing?

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.

How much are return flights from Chicago to Beijing?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Beijing is £708. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Beijing?

13 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Beijing.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Beijing?

Air China flies direct from Chicago to Beijing.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Beijing?

As of August 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Chicago to Beijing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Beijing?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Beijing is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Beijing?

If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 27.8 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £708.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Beijing on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Beijing on Monday, 21 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Beijing?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Chicago to Beijing?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Beijing?

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.

What’s the weather like in Beijing?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 24°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Beijing with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is Qatar Airways .

Travelling from Chicago to Beijing: what you need to know

Chicago has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Beijing departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
When working out where to land in Beijing, Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are the chief entry points.
Beijing is 14 hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Chicago to Beijing flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Beijing

Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Chicago to Beijing flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Chicago to Beijing across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Chicago to Beijing by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Save money on your Chicago to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

We make it a cinch to book a Chicago to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
- Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kms (16 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Beijing, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
70% of flights that leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

Split up your Chicago to Beijing flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chicago Midway Airport and Beijing include:
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MDW is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Beijing, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway Airport:
Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) is approximately 26 kms (16 miles) from central Beijing. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Beijing. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Beijing Capital Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
Improve your chances of securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Beijing. Following your flight from Chicago to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
After your flight from Chicago to Beijing, kick back at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Beijing

August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Beijing. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Beijing in March.
Lock in a Chicago to Beijing ticket departing in June if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 18ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Beijing, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kms (70 miles) to the southeast, its top attractions include Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're eager to discover another side of China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kms (260 miles) south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among the biggest draws.