| Route | One Way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne to Beijing flights | $526 | $902 |
| Sydney to Beijing flights | $3119 |
Prices last updated: 14 Jul 2026 08:47
Cheap Flights to Beijing
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Cheapest Time of Year to Fly to Beijing
Return fares to Beijing by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
Aug 2026
Sep 2026
Mar 2027
The cheapest month to fly to Beijing is August 2026, with return fares from $952 — 49% cheaper than the most expensive month (March 2027, from $1,876).
When Should You Fly to Beijing?
Based on the fares we've tracked, August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Beijing, with return fares from $952. March is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $1,876.
Across the year, return fares to Beijing average around $1,268. If you can travel in the off-peak months of August, September and March, you'll generally pay up to 25% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Prices for Return Flights to Beijing
These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Beijing
August 2026
$952
September 2026
$975
March 2027
$1,876
Frequently Asked Questions about flying to Beijing
When is the cheapest time to travel to Beijing?The cheapest month to travel is typically August.
How much do return flights to Beijing cost?The best price we found for a return flight to Beijing is $903.
What is the cheapest date to fly to Beijing?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight to Beijing is 07 May 2027.
What is the cheapest airline that flys to Beijing?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys to Beijing is Vietnam Airlines.
Which airlines fly direct to Beijing?Air China and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct.
How long does a direct flight to Beijing take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 11 hours and 20 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Beijing?The IATA code for Beijing (Peking) is PEK. It is located in China at coordinates 40.05291, 116.6152.
When should you book flights to Beijing?From our data, you should book flights to Beijing 60 days out.
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