Deal Alert: Chicago to Beijing from $493 Round-Trip on United
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United is currently offering a fantastic fare on flights from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Beijing (PEK) for departures on just about every day remaining in April, starting at under $500 round-trip. To find your flights, search on Google Flights then head over to United's site to book. This flight is cheap enough that it make make sense to book a separate round-trip flight to and from Chicago to take advantage of this deal.
This Chicago-Beijing nonstop flight is operated by United's 747, and would be a great opportunity to experience the Queen of the Skies before the airline retires its 747 fleet in a few years. If you decide to book this deal, be sure to download plenty of movies on to your laptop or tablet, as the economy cabin in United's 747 does not come equipped with personal in-flight entertainment (though there is Wi-Fi and personal device streaming available).
Airline: United
Route: ORD to PEK
Cost: $493+ round-trip in economy
Dates: April 2016
Fare Class: G
Miles Earned: 13,158 elite-qualifying miles
Booking Link: Orbitz
Pay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire Preferred Card
Here are some examples of what you can book:
Chicago (ORD) to Beijing (PEK) on United for $493 round-trip (earns 13,158 PQMs):
Chicago (ORD) to Beijing (PEK) on United for $501 round-trip (earns 13,158 PQMs):
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H/T: The Flight Deal
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