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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £993. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.£415 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.
Beijing.£428 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.
Beijing.£449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £449, select.
Beijing.£480 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £480, select.
Beijing.£506 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £506, select.
Beijing.£510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Sun Country Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sun Country Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.
Beijing.£560 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £560, select.
Beijing.£843 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £843, select.
Beijing.£2,322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £2,322, select.
Beijing.£2,401 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From £2,401, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
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Jun
from £510
Jul
from £480
Aug
from £415
Sep
from £428
Oct
from £506
Nov
from £449
Dec
from £843
Jan
from £560
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Mar
from £2,401
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Alternative Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing routes

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

Beijing Capital

16 miles from central Beijing
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from £414
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Beijing Daxing

28 miles from central Beijing
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Minneapolis to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£415
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing is £928. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing. But we found flights with one or more stops from £928.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Beijing is usually August.
If you're flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 15.6 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £928.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Beijing on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Minneapolis St Paul Airport and Beijing. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 May, the average temperature is usually around 19°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.
Currently, Sun Country Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 14 hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MSP to Beijing flight.

  • Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MSP to Beijing. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • MSP is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MSP:

  • When it comes to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Beijing

  • £415 is currently the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing flight. Return plane tickets start at £928. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To find cheap flights from MSP to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from MSP to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 27 kms (17 miles). It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:

  • Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from MSP to Beijing. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.

  • The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Beijing in December.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MSP to Beijing around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 113 kms (70 miles) southeast to Tianjin to check off its top attractions. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Tai'an is another essential stop in China and is around 418 kms (260 miles) south of Beijing. No trip is complete without a visit to Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.

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