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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM5,180. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.RM3,040 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,040, select.
Beijing.RM3,160 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,160, select.
Beijing.RM3,290 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,290, select.
Beijing.RM3,432 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,432, select.
Beijing.RM3,637 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,637, select.
Beijing.RM4,010 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,010, select.
Beijing.RM4,316 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,316, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
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Jun
from RM3,637
Jul
from RM3,040
Aug
from RM3,160
Sep
from RM3,290
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Nov
from RM3,432
Dec
from RM4,316
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Mar
from RM4,010
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Alternative Raleigh / Durham to Beijing routes

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

Beijing Capital

25km from central Beijing
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from RM3,040
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Beijing Daxing

45km from central Beijing
from RM3,195
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Durham to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,040
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham 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 Raleigh / Durham to Beijing is RM5,180. 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 Raleigh / Durham to Beijing. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM5,180.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Beijing is usually June.
If you're flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from RM5,180.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing on Monday, 1 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham 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, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Durham.

  • For a relaxed start to your RDU to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from RDU to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The journey from central Durham to RDU takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • 78% of flights leaving from Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beijing

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing flight is RM3,040. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM5,180. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RDU to Beijing. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from RDU to Beijing.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to 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:

  • Increase your chances of snagging the best rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from RDU to Beijing is a smart idea.

  • The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 48 kilometres from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your RDU to Beijing flight:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in June to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Beijing travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, head for Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Durham to Beijing

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