Folks - I thought I'd use this myself, but I don't need the mileage with Star. Credit to YYZDeals.com)
YYZ-PEK-YYZ $496 CAD (which is $370 US).
Non-stop, and I'm looking at a 2 hour turnaround time for several combos - ie:
November 23/24
Some notes:
These book in K, which credits 100% to UA because it's international.
There is no real option for extended legroom to *A elites without paying extra money. Expect a 31" pitch.
You will need a Chinese visa, unless you have another ticket which takes you out of China so you can qualify for the 27 hour transit visa. Canada-China-Canada does not qualify for a transit visa, because China is your destination, not your transit point.