Seattle to Beijing (SEA–PEK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SEA–PEK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,393 miles in approximately 13h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU Hainan Airlines | 2 | 789 | 13h10 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
SEA: PDT · PEK: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 9:00 AM (next day) in Beijing.
US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
Airport Express to Dongzhimen takes 16 minutes (¥25) and connects to Metro Lines 2 and 13 for central Beijing. Running 6am to 11pm from T2 and T3. It bypasses road congestion regardless of traffic conditions.Taxis use the meter; central Beijing runs ¥80–120 from the airport. Didi ride-hailing is available and widely used. Airport express buses (¥25–30) serve multiple city zones. T3 (international hub) and T2 are connected by a free inter-terminal bus if not airside. Note: Beijing has two airports; Capital (PEK) and Daxing (PKX) are not connected by convenient transport.
Humid continental climate with cold, dry winters (−8 to 2°C) and hot summers (28–35°C). The primary flight disruption risks are winter fog and smog (November–February, heavily air quality-dependent), summer thunderstorms (July–August), and spring sandstorms from the Gobi Desert (March–May) that can reduce visibility rapidly.
Fall (September–October) brings clear skies and minimal disruptions. The 2022 Winter Olympics improved Beijing's snowfall preparedness. Fog and smog remain serious delay causes through winter.
SEA–PEK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to PEK
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SEA to PEK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to PEK ranges from 13 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,393 miles (8,679 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via ANC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.