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

Direct flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital

Vancouver to Beijing Capital: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver to Beijing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beijing Capital.

Vancouver to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$597
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time12 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital is $597. 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.
12 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Beijing Capital.
Air China and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver to Beijing Capital.
There are 21 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Beijing Capital, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital Airport on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 55 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 Capital 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.

Traveling from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know

  • Organizing your flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.

  • 12 hours 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport flight.

  • Beijing is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • You can choose from 9 direct services each week between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). This is the busiest route, with Air Canada offering a 11:40am departure from YVR to PEK.

  • Your flight from Vancouver to PEK won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) leaving from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • When departing from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport with Air Canada.

  • Air Canada is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YVR to PEK.

  • Traveling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:

  • 71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on time.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • You can get to CXH from the center of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometers or so.

  • Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to PEK flight:

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • YXX is around 64 kilometers from central Vancouver. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Make catching an early Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.

About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • $379 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport. Return flights start at $597. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from Vancouver to PEK by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.

  • October is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Vancouver to PEK is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Plan your visit to Beijing in February for a quieter experience.

  • Lock in a Vancouver to PEK plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Beijing Capital International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Beijing when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Forbidden City followed by 西湖 and Temple of Heaven.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Beijing, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 121 kilometers south-east to Tianjin to tick off its top sights. From Haihe River to Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Tangshan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 145 kilometers east of Beijing. No trip is complete without experiencing 唐山海昌海洋馆, Tangshan Museum and Earthquake Memorial Hall.

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