Skyscanner

333 € Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Beijing

Compare Riyadh to Beijing flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Beijing

Book the best Beijing fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Riyadh to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.333 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with China Southern and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 333 €, select.
Beijing.342 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 342 €, select.
Beijing.348 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 348 €, select.
Beijing.357 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 357 €, select.
Beijing.360 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.
Beijing.360 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.
Beijing.360 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.
Beijing.360 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
Find prices
Aug
from 357 €
Sep
from 333 €
Oct
from 360 €
Nov
from 360 €
Dec
from 499 €
Jan
from 606 €
Feb
from 607 €
Mar
Find prices
Apr
from 598 €
May
Find prices
Jun
Find prices

Direct flights from Riyadh to Beijing

Alternative Riyadh to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riyadh to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Riyadh to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found333 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Beijing is 333 €. 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.
8 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Beijing.
Air China, Saudia and China Eastern fly direct from Riyadh to Beijing.
As of July 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Beijing is usually September.
If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from 333 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 57 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 Beijing 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 Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, China Southern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing is 10 hours 5 minutes.

  • Beijing is five hours ahead of Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With three flights a week between the two airports, King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 00:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from RUH to PEK is with Air China at 23:00.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RUH to Beijing flight.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct King Khaled International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Book your ticket with Air China. This well-known airline operates direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from RUH to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

  • To get to RUH from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RUH:

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from RUH.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Beijing

  • The best price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Beijing flight is 158 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 333 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from RUH to Beijing, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a King Khaled International Airport to Beijing ticket.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from RUH to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a deal gets even better.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Venture beyond Beijing and discover places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to Beijing. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.

  • You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Beijing in low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a King Khaled International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

Plan the rest of your trip from Riyadh to Beijing

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.