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Cheap flights to Beijing, China from $299

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Flights to Beijing, China in 2024

Find the latest flights to Beijing in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,317

Return from

$545

One-way from

$299
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Beijing
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Beijing

Cheap flights to Beijing, China in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Beijing in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to Beijing in April and May 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Thu 30/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Wed 12/602:15PKX - SYD
1 stop27h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$545
Sat 25/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/608:30PEK - SYD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$548
Thu 23/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/515:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$563
Mon 29/411:25SYD - PKX
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/517:00PKX - SYD
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$565
Sat 25/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Sat 1/602:15PKX - SYD
1 stop27h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$571
Sat 25/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/615:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$577
Sun 12/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/518:30PKX - SYD
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$577
Fri 10/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/516:30PKX - SYD
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$580
Mon 29/409:45SYD - PKX
1 stop17h 20mAirAsia X
Wed 29/502:15PKX - SYD
1 stop27h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 26/4$582

Beijing, China 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Beijing in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Beijing in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 30/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Wed 12/602:15PKX - SYD
1 stop27h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$545
Sat 25/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/608:30PEK - SYD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$548
Thu 23/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/515:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$563
Mon 29/411:25SYD - PKX
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/517:00PKX - SYD
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$565
Sun 16/609:45SYD - PKX
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/619:30PKX - SYD
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$568
Sat 25/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Sat 1/602:15PKX - SYD
1 stop27h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$571
Tue 11/620:00SYD - PEK
1 stop17h 40mHainan Airlines
Fri 14/609:15PEK - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$574
Sat 25/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/615:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$577
Sun 12/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/518:30PKX - SYD
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$577

Flights to Beijing, China departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Beijing, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Beijing. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Sat 4/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop14h 40mXiamenAir
Sat 11/511:05PKX - SYD
1 stop20h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/4$720
Sat 4/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/519:00PKX - SYD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$740
Sat 4/506:00SYD - PKX
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/519:00PKX - SYD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$870
Sat 4/511:25SYD - PKX
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/502:15PKX - SYD
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$875
Sat 4/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/515:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$903
Sat 4/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/501:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,018
Sat 4/510:15SYD - PEK
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/515:30PEK - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,029
Sat 4/510:15SYD - PKX
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/523:20PKX - SYD
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,050
Sat 4/521:15SYD - PEK
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/501:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,115

One-way flights to Beijing, China

Explore one-way flight options to Beijing for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Beijing. Those seeking round-trip flights to Beijing should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 16/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop17h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$299
Thu 23/520:00SYD - PEK
1 stop23h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$302
Sun 26/509:45SYD - PKX
1 stop17h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 26/4$302
Mon 13/509:45SYD - PKX
1 stop17h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$306
Thu 16/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$307
Thu 23/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$309
Tue 14/521:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Deal found 26/4$310
Fri 14/609:45SYD - PKX
1 stop17h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$318
Sat 15/621:15SYD - PKX
1 stop29h 50mAirAsia X
Deal found 25/4$325

Direct flights to Beijing, China

Thu 30/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Wed 12/601:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 25/4$894
Tue 28/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Mon 10/601:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 25/4$903
Thu 23/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 45mAir China
Wed 29/501:10PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 40mAir China
Deal found 24/4$917
Tue 14/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Sat 15/601:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 26/4$969
Thu 6/619:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Wed 12/601:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 26/4$1,012
Tue 14/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Mon 20/501:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 25/4$1,018
Tue 30/419:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 45mAir China
Mon 6/501:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 24/4$1,076
Sun 16/619:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Wed 19/601:50PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 00mAir China
Deal found 25/4$1,171
Thu 23/519:40SYD - PEK
Nonstop11h 45mAir China
Wed 29/501:10PEK - SYD
Nonstop11h 40mAir China
Deal found 24/4$1,331

Average price of flights to Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Beijing is currently $309 while a return flight costs $671. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Beijing (average of $411). Flying to Beijing in December will prove the most costly (average of $969). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$947

February

$886

March

$766

April

$812

May

$797

June

$889

July

$883

August

$864

September

$978

October

$791

November

$631

December

$1,488

Beijing has four distinct seasons, a short windy spring, long hot summer, cool pleasant autumn and long cold winter.

The ideal conditions during autumn and spring make these popular times to book your flights to Beijing, however with an influx of visitors you may find airfare and accommodation prices are higher during in these months, so book in advance to get the best deals.

Autumn (September to October) is the most popular time to take a flight and visit Beijing, as the skies are blue, temperatures are mild and rain is limited. September and October are known as the “Golden Autumn” months due to the beautiful crisp yellow leaves of the maidenhair trees. Another attraction to visitors, during this time, is National Day. This celebration marks the establishment of the Central People’s Government in 1949. On this public holiday, a number of government events take place, as well as concerts and fireworks. If you’re in the area, head over to Tiananmen Square which is decorated for the festivities.

Generally speaking, Beijing is dry and windy (and sometimes a little dusty) during spring (April to May), which makes it another great time to visit.

In contrast, summer (June to August) and winter (November to March) see weather extremes which put off some tourists. Summer is the rainy season and also extremely hot. The time can be very busy due to a large number of domestic tourists. Winter, on the other hand, can be incredibly cold with strong winds. If you can cope with these conditions then this is the best time to try and find cheap flights to Beijing and discounted accommodation rates. The winter season also hosts the Chinese New Year celebrations. This festival is widely celebrated and the most important on the lunar calendar. Expect public transport to verge on the chaotic side, due to the majority of people travelling home to celebrate with friends and family.

Other busy times include school and public holidays, which leave Beijing very crowded.

Temperature and rainfall in Beijing by month

Plan your trip to Beijing by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BJS

Temperature

-3 - 26 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -3.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Beijing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Beijing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Beijing. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Beijing should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 26 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Philippine Airlines, Air China and China Eastern to Beijing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
961 reviews
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.8
Good
1,133 reviews
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.5
Good
403 reviews
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.4
Good
1,284 reviews
8.3
Very Good
961 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

City overview

Take a flight to Beijing and see the economic, political and cultural capital of China for more than 700 years. While there has never been any shortage of travellers (business or leisure) taking cheap flights to Beijing, the Olympics in 2008 showcased the city in spectacular style. Beijing has rocketed up – much like those famous fireworks during the opening ceremony – the must-visit lists.

The city sprawls more than Shanghai or Hong Kong – Tiananmen Square alone is big enough to accommodate one million people – but luckily, most of the iconic landmarks are fairly close to each other, and if you flag them, taxis are very cheap. The city is laid out in a grid. At its centre is the Forbidden City (in Dongcheng District), the enormous complex, home to the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The beautiful Temple of Heaven in Chongwen District is south east of Tiananmen Square, and is also notable for the wonderful park that surrounds the temple.

The Olympics added many new sights to the city including the National Stadium (also known as the “Bird’s Nest”), the National Aquatics Centre (the “Water Cube”) and the CCTV site.

After the sightseeing, sample some Beijing cuisine. An excellent place to do this is at the Wangfujing Snack Street, a night market where you can feast on tanghulu (a traditional treat, sugar-coated fruit on a stick) or baodu (quick-boiled tripe).

Getting around Beijing

It’s not necessary to rent a car in Beijing as taxis are very cheap and the public transport system is excellent. The subway is fast, clean, punctual and cheap. The bus network is comprehensive and enormous. There are about 500 routes, but numbers 1-199 should be sufficient for getting around the city centre.

Getting to the city from the airport

Taxis can be picked up outside Terminals 1, 2 and 3. If the trip exceeds 15km, there will be a 50 per cent charge to cover the driver’s journey back to the airport.

The Airport Express railway runs every 15 minutes between early morning and late evening. It makes four stops – Dongzhimen, Sanyuanqiao, T3 and T2.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Beijing?

    Things to do in BeijingYou can’t visit Beijing and not go to see the Great Wall. The Badaling sections are where most of the other tourists will go. If you go on an organised tour to Badaling, a visit to the Ming Tombs (a World Heritage Site) is often included. However, if you can spare the time and you have the money, go to Mutianyu. It’s about 60km northeast of Beijing. This section of the Wall is largely intact and it’s a wonderful place to hike and bike. Alternatively, there are two cable cars that will carry you to the top of Mutianyu Great Wall. Beijing has some wonderful, serene parks including Yuetan Park (west Beijing). Visit in the evening and breathe in the heavily scented air. That’ll be from the pomegranate, phoenix and osmanthus trees.Ritan is site of the Temple of the Sun. The altar was used for ritual sacrifices… hundreds of years ago.A foot massage in Beijing can cost a fraction of what it does at home. What do you Tip in Beijing?Tipping is not expected in Beijing.

  • What does PEK mean?

    Great question - PEK just means Beijing Capital Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights! This flight destination has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX).

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Beijing if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Beijing on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Beijing?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Beijing.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing?

    Beijing Capital Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Beijing. One-way flights to Beijing Capital Airport typically cost $136, while return flights cost around $371.

  • How much is a return flight to Beijing?

    A return flight to Beijing will typically cost around $945, however they can be found for as little as $305.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Beijing depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Beijing, Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Beijing Capital Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Beijing Capital Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Beijing Capital Airport?

    Yes. Beijing Capital Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Beijing Capital International Airport Hotel is the closest property to Beijing Capital Airport (0.0 km away from Beijing Capital Airport).

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