Travelling from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Beijing's main base, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
The average length of a direct Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is 15 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Beijing. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.
The busiest route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). There are 2 direct services every week. Air China operates a 12:30pm departure between PEK and IAD.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to IAD, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leave from this terminal.
When departing from PEK, you can take a direct flight from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport with Air China.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Air China from PEK to IAD.
Air China ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 88.24% of its services arriving as scheduled.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Beijing to IAD departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
PEK is around 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PEK land on schedule 81% of the time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Beijing Daxing International Airport and IAD:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
PKX is around 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to IAD flight:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 87% of them landing on schedule.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IAD if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
$1,013 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport. Return flights start at $1,860. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from Beijing to IAD by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
June is when most people book flights from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Visit Washington DC in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your Beijing to IAD plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
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Lincoln Memorial and The White House are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Washington DC travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres northeast to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres southeast of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.