Statistics on Los Angeles -Beijing flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Beijing (from: Los Angeles )
The average price to go to Beijing from Los Angeles airport is $ 1335 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1124 (in november) and $ 1653 (in july), which is a saving of $ 212 or a surplus of $ 318 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $490 to $544 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Beijing before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Los Angeles -Beijing plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 59603 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Beijing from Los Angeles and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1124, saving $ 212 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1335). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1653).
Flight Los Angeles -Beijing: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 779 | $ 1243 | good price |
| February | $ 778 | $ 1194 | good price |
| March | $ 715 | $ 1132 | good price |
| April | $ 759 | $ 1206 | good price |
| May | $ 842 | $ 1305 | fair price |
| June | $ 1156 | $ 1653 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 1119 | $ 1653 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 963 | $ 1490 | fair price |
| September | $ 820 | $ 1235 | good price |
| October | $ 796 | $ 1267 | fair price |
| November | $ 708 | $ 1124 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 954 | $ 1515 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Los Angeles to Beijing
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Los Angeles to Beijing range from $272 to $2067. 4% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $272 to $327), 1% at the maximum price (from $2013 to $2067). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $490 to $544 (5% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Los Angeles ->Beijing flight
There are 22 companies that serve Los Angeles from Beijing airport: Air China, Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Philippine Airlines, United, Air Canada, ANA, Xiamen Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Viva Macau, Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways, EVA Air, Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, China Airlines, China Southern, Delta, China Eastern and Hawaiian Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 59603 flights analyzed in previous years, Air China was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (14% of the time) on the Los Angeles ->Beijing route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Los Angeles -Beijing flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 502 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Los Angeles -Beijing flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $119. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $226.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Beijing to Los Angeles departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $155. Conversely, departing from Beijing on a sunday may cost you an additional $204.
Top prices Los Angeles -Beijing
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 15-09 to 22-09-2024 | $ 1063 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 02-10 to 29-10-2024 | $ 1059 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 14-10 to 26-10-2024 | $ 1114 | layover flight with Asiana Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 16-10 to 20-10-2024 | $ 1062 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 01-11 to 12-11-2024 | $ 1063 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 05-11 to 12-11-2024 | $ 984 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 15-11 to 30-11-2024 | $ 1070 | layover flight with China Southern |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 16-11 to 24-11-2024 | $ 953 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 07-02 to 21-02-2025 | $ 1037 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
| Los Angeles → Beijing | 14-02 to 21-02-2025 | $ 1037 | layover flight with Philippine Airlines |
When to book your flight Los Angeles - Beijing to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 5 to 6 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Los Angeles -Beijing flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a thursday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Beijing, it is recommended to buy it 5 to 6 months before departure (it is then on average 989 $, which is a saving of 346 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (430 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Los Angeles to Beijing flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 761 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1169), 3 to 4 months ($ 932), 4 to 5 months ($ 858), 5 to 6 months ($ 772), 7 to 8 months ($ 876), 8 to 9 months ($ 1020), 9 to 10 months ($ 1075) |
| February | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 799 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1065), 4 to 5 months ($ 947), 6 to 7 months ($ 805), 7 to 8 months ($ 1036), 8 to 9 months ($ 1107) |
| March | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 842 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 992), 3 to 4 months ($ 1031), 4 to 5 months ($ 857), 5 to 6 months ($ 873), 6 to 7 months ($ 860), 8 to 9 months ($ 970), 9 to 10 months ($ 1002) |
| April | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 860 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 948), 4 to 5 months ($ 908), 6 to 7 months ($ 950), 7 to 8 months ($ 909), 8 to 9 months ($ 981), 9 to 10 months ($ 1047), 10 to 11 months ($ 896) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 933 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1217), 3 to 4 months ($ 1289), 4 to 5 months ($ 1023), 6 to 7 months ($ 934), 7 to 8 months ($ 1036), 8 to 9 months ($ 1208), 9 to 10 months ($ 1103) |
| June | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1210 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1648), 3 to 4 months ($ 1430), 4 to 5 months ($ 1496), 5 to 6 months ($ 1254), 7 to 8 months ($ 1232), 8 to 9 months ($ 1353), 9 to 10 months ($ 1405), 10 to 11 months ($ 1326) |
| July | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1170 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1474), 5 to 6 months ($ 1345), 6 to 7 months ($ 1417), 7 to 8 months ($ 1261), 8 to 9 months ($ 1286), 9 to 10 months ($ 1349), 10 to 11 months ($ 1478) |
| August | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1039 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1350), 4 to 5 months ($ 1176), 6 to 7 months ($ 1361), 7 to 8 months ($ 1298), 8 to 9 months ($ 1382), 9 to 10 months ($ 1187), 10 to 11 months ($ 1143) |
| September | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 917 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1199), 3 to 4 months ($ 1126), 4 to 5 months ($ 1069), 5 to 6 months ($ 1022), 7 to 8 months ($ 1229), 8 to 9 months ($ 1126), 9 to 10 months ($ 1160), 10 to 11 months ($ 1158) |
| October | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 960 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1226), 3 to 4 months ($ 1066), 4 to 5 months ($ 1095), 6 to 7 months ($ 974), 7 to 8 months ($ 994), 8 to 9 months ($ 1163), 9 to 10 months ($ 1141), 10 to 11 months ($ 1180) |
| November | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 786 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1012), 4 to 5 months ($ 932), 5 to 6 months ($ 911), 6 to 7 months ($ 802), 7 to 8 months ($ 991), 8 to 9 months ($ 886), 9 to 10 months ($ 981), 10 to 11 months ($ 949), 11 to 12 months ($ 1027) |
| December | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 901 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1068), 5 to 6 months ($ 1088), 6 to 7 months ($ 1242), 7 to 8 months ($ 1151), 8 to 9 months ($ 1135), 9 to 10 months ($ 1160), 10 to 11 months ($ 1334), 11 to 12 months ($ 1473) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, thursday is the day when plane tickets for Los Angeles ->Beijing are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a thursday, you will save $43. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $43 more.
Los Angeles to Beijing: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 1706 $1255 to $2445 | very high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 2708 $1281 to $22763 | very high price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1950 $1267 to $7781 | high price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 1484 $1120 to $2018 | fair price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 1360 $1063 to $1704 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 1265 $976 to $1893 | fair price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 1286 $953 to $1701 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1511 $1461 to $1561 | fair price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1671 $1671 to $1671 | very high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 3444 $1037 to $7480 | very high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 4101 $1219 to $6614 | very high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 9356 $7059 to $13201 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, no month is currently cheaper. We therefore advise you to wait for prices to drop before booking your flight to Beijing.