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 15h 24m CAHU ACUA Toronto (YYZ) to Newark flights
ICN Seoul 16h 55m CAKEMF APZYP Seoul (ICN) to Newark flights
SEA Seattle 17h 16m HU ASJLTP Seattle (SEA) to Newark flights
BOS Boston 17h 56m HU AZDLDM Boston (BOS) to Newark flights
NRT Narita 18h 20m HUIJNH NHUA Narita (NRT) to Newark flights
SFO San Francisco 18h 37m CAUA LHLXNZ San Francisco (SFO) to Newark flights
LAX Los Angeles 18h 38m CAUA ASB6CA Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark flights
YVR Vancouver 18h 49m ACCA ACUA Vancouver (YVR) to Newark flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 19h 48m AFCALA AFKLLX Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Newark flights
IAD Dulles 19h 57m CA AVAZET Dulles (IAD) to Newark flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Beijing to Newark
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between PEK and EWR, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PEK to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,036
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
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
Return
EWR → PEK
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
56%
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.
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
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
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.
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.

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.