Beijing to Newark (PEK–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
YYZ Toronto 14h 50m CAHU ACSXUA Toronto (YYZ) to Newark flights
ICN Seoul 17h 4m CAKEMF APZYP Seoul (ICN) to Newark flights
SEA Seattle 17h 12m HU ASJLTP Seattle (SEA) to Newark flights
HND Tokyo 17h 53m CACZJL UA Tokyo (HND) to Newark flights
NRT Narita 18h 3m HUIJNH NHUA Narita (NRT) to Newark flights
LAX Los Angeles 18h 33m CAUA ASB6CA Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark flights
YVR Vancouver 18h 33m ACCA ACEJAUA Vancouver (YVR) to Newark flights
SFO San Francisco 18h 36m CAUA LHLXNZ San Francisco (SFO) to Newark flights
LHR London 19h 4m CA ACAYBA London (LHR) to Newark flights
IAD Dulles 19h 13m CA AVAZET Dulles (IAD) to Newark flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Beijing to Newark
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 6,816 mi 2h 20m nonstop -12h behind

PEK–EWR had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 6,816 miles in 2h 20m.

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop PEK–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 Star Alliance
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PEK to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,879
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PEK → EWR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
EWR → PEK
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Newark is 12 hours behind Beijing.
PEK: CST · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 6:00 AM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
6,816 mi / 10,968 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting to PEK

Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.

Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

PEK–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Beijing to Newark route.
Route details
Distance6,816 mi / 10,968 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PEK
IATA / ICAOPEK / ZBAA
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr67.3M
Elevation116 ft / 35 m
Destination: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PEK to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take about 2h 20m gate to gate. The route covers 6,816 miles.
1 airline operated the nonstop from PEK to EWR: United Airlines. The last scheduled nonstop was in July 2026. There's no nonstop right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. See the connection options above, ranked by layover.
Not right now. The last scheduled nonstop was in July 2026. You can still fly it with one stop, and the connecting options above are sorted by layover. Nonstop, the hop took about 2h 20m.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Incheon and Seattle–Tacoma.
Newark is 12 hours behind Beijing.
Yes, return flights from EWR to PEK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PEK to EWR

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.

PEK to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PEK to EWR is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,816 miles (10,968 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Incheon and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.