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Cheap flights from Edmonton to Beijing from C$ 1,604

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
YEG — BJS
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
Thu 6/6
Thu 13/6

Cheap flight deals from Edmonton to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edmonton (YEG) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 June 2024.

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C$ 2,320

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From Edmonton to Beijing (BJS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Edmonton to Beijing?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Edmonton to Beijing. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Beijing.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edmonton to Beijing?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Beijing from Edmonton. Prices for November average C$ 2,289 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 1,518. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a November flight can save you 53% on your journey compared to booking in December

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YEG to BJS?

When flying from Edmonton to Beijing, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Korean Air flights from Edmonton to Beijing

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Korean Air for the route between Edmonton and Beijing. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Korean Air flights we've come across from Edmonton to Beijing. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 11/1010:25 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops19h 40mKorean Air
Sun 13/101:30 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops20h 21mKorean Air
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,150
Fri 7/66:55 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops23h 10mKorean Air
Wed 12/610:50 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops20h 16mKorean Air
Deal found 31/5C$ 3,233

Cheap United Airlines flights from Edmonton to Beijing

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Edmonton and Beijing. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Edmonton to Beijing. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 3/63:10 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops58h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/65:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,078
Fri 26/73:08 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops34h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/85:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops58h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5C$ 2,654
Tue 30/710:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop39h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/85:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/5C$ 7,149

Cheap Edmonton to Beijing flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Edmonton to Beijing specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Prices were last updated on 1 June 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Edmonton to Beijing in June and July 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 8/63:10 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops58h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/65:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 2,089
Sat 8/65:50 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/63:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 2,900
Sat 8/66:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/68:20 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,003
Sat 8/612:00 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/610:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,081
Sat 8/612:00 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/68:25 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,197
Sat 8/611:40 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/63:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,330
Sat 8/612:55 p.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/67:20 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,378
Sat 8/67:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/612:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops51h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 4,036
Fri 7/612:04 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops49h 21mEmirates
Fri 14/612:40 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops51h 33mEmirates
Deal found 1/6C$ 4,483

Edmonton to Beijing 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Edmonton and Beijing in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Edmonton to Beijing in June and July 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 8/63:10 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops58h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/65:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 2,089
Sat 8/65:50 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/63:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 2,900
Sat 8/66:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/68:20 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,003
Sat 8/612:00 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/610:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,081
Sat 8/612:00 p.m.YEG - PEK
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/68:25 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,197
Sat 8/611:40 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/63:00 a.m.PEK - YEG
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,330
Sat 8/612:55 p.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/67:20 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 3,378
Sat 8/67:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/612:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops51h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6C$ 4,036
Fri 7/612:04 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops49h 21mEmirates
Fri 14/612:40 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops51h 33mEmirates
Deal found 1/6C$ 4,483

Edmonton to Beijing flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Edmonton to Beijing for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Edmonton to Beijing should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Mon 3/63:10 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops58h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/65:25 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,078
Fri 7/62:55 p.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/62:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,376
Tue 4/65:15 p.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/62:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,469
Tue 4/65:15 p.m.YEG - PEK
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/62:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,540
Thu 6/610:35 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/62:30 a.m.PEK - YEG
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,747
Mon 3/69:45 p.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/61:55 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,759
Tue 4/610:50 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops32h 05mKLM
Mon 10/610:55 a.m.PEK - YEG
1 stop42h 25mKLM
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,778
Sun 2/67:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/612:55 p.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,791
Sun 2/67:00 a.m.YEG - PEK
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/69:15 a.m.PEK - YEG
2 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5C$ 2,792

Find flights from Edmonton to Beijing within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Edmonton to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 420,726 searches. Data last updated 1 June 2024.

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EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sun 6/10

2 stops24h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/10

2 stops23h 56m

C$ 1,604

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sun 6/10

2 stops24h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 16/10

2 stops38h 53m

C$ 1,627

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sat 5/10

2 stops31h 45m

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/10

2 stops23h 56m

C$ 1,645

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sat 5/10

2 stops31h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 13/10

2 stops38h 53m

C$ 1,668

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sun 6/10

2 stops24h 50m

Beijing Capital

Fri 18/10

2 stops35h 08m

C$ 1,681

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Fri 11/10

2 stops19h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sun 13/10

2 stops20h 21m

C$ 2,150

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Sun 28/7

2 stops24h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 27/8

2 stops24h 54m

C$ 2,432

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Fri 26/7

2 stops34h 17m

Beijing Capital

Thu 29/8

2 stops58h 48m

C$ 2,654

EdmontonBeijing Capital

YEG - PEK

YEGPEK

Edmonton

Mon 7/10

1 stop25h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 16/10

1 stop42h 25m

C$ 2,778

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Edmonton to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Edmonton to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 26 May 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Edmonton to Beijing flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Edmonton to Beijing

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Temperature and rainfall in Beijing by month

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Temperature

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Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 1 June 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edmonton to Beijing, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, United Airlines and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

7.4
Good
10,754 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

7.0
Good
7,570 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,142 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I like the crews’ services, especially for sr citizens who were on wheelchairs, the efficient pilots with their smooth landing of the plane back and forth, cleanliness of the restrooms and other amenities provided to the passengers! Flights were on time it’s fine with a little bit delay but we arrived on time!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edmonton to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edmonton to Beijing?

    Edmonton (YEG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Edmonton to Beijing. You should not have trouble finding flights to Beijing from Edmonton; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Beijing per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Edmonton airport to Beijing. It is only a 26.9 km journey to Edmonton (YEG) from Edmonton’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Edmonton to Beijing for under C$ 1,700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Edmonton to Beijing for under C$ 1,700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just C$ 1,604, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 2,070.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Edmonton to Beijing for under C$ 2,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Edmonton to Beijing within the next 7 days for less than C$ 2,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edmonton to Beijing round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Edmonton to Beijing is Korean Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 2,150 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Philippine Airlines and United Airlines, starting at C$ 2,432 and C$ 2,654 round-trip. Korean Air is 1% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does YEG to PEK mean?

    YEG stands for Edmonton Airport, while PEK stands for Beijing Capital Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edmonton to Beijing that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Edmonton to Beijing flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Edmonton to Beijing with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Edmonton to Beijing flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edmonton to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edmonton to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edmonton to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edmonton to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edmonton to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edmonton to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edmonton to Beijing that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Edmonton to Beijing offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Edmonton to Beijing?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Edmonton to Beijing flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Edmonton to Beijing flight deals updated?

    The Edmonton to Beijing flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 1/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edmonton to Beijing?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edmonton to Beijing?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edmonton to Beijing (average of C$ 1,494). Flying from Edmonton to Beijing in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,756). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Edmonton to Beijing

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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,554AverageC$ 1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,667AverageC$ 2,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,671AverageC$ 1,942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EVA AirCheapestC$ 1,703AverageC$ 2,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Korean AirCheapestC$ 2,022AverageC$ 2,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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