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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in November.

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

Sydney to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found364 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Beijing is 364 €. 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 40 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Beijing.
Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Sydney to Beijing.
As of September 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Sydney to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Beijing is usually October.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from 364 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 40 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 September, the average temperature is usually around 19°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, Hainan Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing is 11 hours 25 minutes.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is three hours behind Sydney.

  • The most popular route is from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). There are five services every week between these two airports. Air China offers a 19:40 departure between SYD and PEK.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to Beijing flight.

  • Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your trip at SYD and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Air China is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from SYD to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • SYD is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing

  • 185 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing flight. A return plane ticket right now is 364 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from SYD to Beijing, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SYD to Beijing by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Beijing in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Beijing

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Beijing right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing:

  • Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

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

  • Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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