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Flight deals from Beijing to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.491 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 491 €, select.
Athens.493 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 493 €, select.
Athens.494 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 494 €, select.
Athens.498 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Price includes taxes and charges.From 498 €, select.
Athens.503 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Athens International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 503 €, select.
Athens.505 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Athens International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 505 €, select.
Athens.541 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Athens International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 541 €, select.
Athens.546 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Athens International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from 491 €
Jun
from 494 €
Jul
from 505 €
Aug
from 625 €
Sep
from 541 €
Oct
from 503 €
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Feb
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Beijing to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Beijing to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found491 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Athens International is 491 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Athens International.
Air China flies direct from Beijing to Athens International.
As of May 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Beijing to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Athens International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Athens International Airport on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Explore your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).

  • Book a direct flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 35 minutes.

  • Athens is 6 hours behind Beijing. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 6 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Air China at 02:30. Go for the first PEK to ATH departure with Air China at 02:30 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Beijing to ATH won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Direct flights from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) can be booked from here.

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Air China. This well-known airline operates services from PEK.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Beijing to ATH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Beijing Capital International Airport:

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Prefer to leave from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can reserve a direct flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) departing from this busy hub.

  • From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to ATH are available with Air China.

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Daxing International Airport:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • PKX is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to ATH, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:

About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 37 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 59 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 242 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 491 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from Beijing to ATH by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport if you plan your holiday for May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Beijing to ATH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Customise your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Athens. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Beijing to ATH for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Athens

  • Start your Athens trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • One of the best ways to get a feel for Athens is to visit its leading attractions. Essential stops include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

Complete your Athens trip with a car rental

  • Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Athens and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Beijing to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

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