Can I fly direct from Sydney to Beijing?

Direct flights from Sydney to Beijing are not common, historically accounting for only 1.2% of all flights on this route. When connecting flights are taken, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

What's the flight time from Sydney to Beijing?

The typical direct flight time from Sydney to Beijing is approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8965 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 16 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for this longer duration if their itinerary includes a layover.

Should I set a price alert for Sydney to Beijing flights?

Given that flight deals for the Sydney to Beijing route are classified as frequent, setting a price alert is a recommended strategy. This allows travelers to be notified when prices drop, potentially securing a better deal. Monitoring prices over time can be beneficial for this particular route.

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Sydney to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Beijing

A typical journey from Sydney to Beijing, including connections, takes about 19h 53m. This reflects the reality that most itineraries for this long-haul route involve at least one stop. For direct flights from Sydney to Beijing, the non-stop flight time is approximately 11h 20m.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Sydney to Beijing, fares typically range from $821–$1362, with a median of $1027. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Beijing? You'll find the most affordable fares in May, with a median price of $517. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $670, followed by June at a median of $759. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Sydney to Beijing connect at least once, with only 1.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect a longer travel day when flying this route, accounting for layovers.

The distance between Sydney and Beijing is approximately 8965 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international journey. This substantial distance contributes to the extended flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Beijing

Regular price: A$637 - A$1,700

Prices for flights from Sydney to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Beijing is AUD 637 to AUD 1700. The current lowest deal is AUD 673 with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 23.

now A$673

Low A$637

High A$1,700

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Beijing is May, with a median price of $517. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1598. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$517

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,598

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Beijing

Air China

Xiamen Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Beijing

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines, Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$675

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PKX)

Xiamen Airlines

A$880

A$867

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$848

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$764

A$890

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Beijing

29 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 31

A$1,828 → A$1,370

25%

24 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 27

A$1,833 → A$1,377

25%

4 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 2

A$1,128 → A$843

25%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

A$1,141 → A$869

24%

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Sydney - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Beijing are below the typical level, with deals from $673.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $517, followed by April at $670.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 11h 20m.

Direct flights typically take 11h 20m, while connecting flights average 19h 53m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 1.2% of recent flights from Sydney to Beijing are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Hainan Airlines recently offered a deal for $673 from November 3 to November 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Beijing appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a convenient option for flights from Sydney to Beijing.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$753

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sydney to Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from Beijing city center.

💸 Flights from ~A$752

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Cheapest

Tianjin Binhai International is a reliable alternative with exceptional high-speed rail connectivity to Beijing.

📍 ~135 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~A$626

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Beijing is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $744. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out saw prices average $930, while booking 60+ days in advance resulted in an average price of $1421. This suggests that last-minute deals can be more favorable than very early bookings for this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Beijing is considered to be $821 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $1027. Prices above $1362 are typically in the more expensive range. Aiming for a price at or below $821 would generally secure a favorable deal.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Beijing, with a median price of $517. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $670. For comparison, the annual median price for this route was $1027. Travelers looking for more economical options should consider flying in these months.

Sydney to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Beijing

Regular price: A$637 - A$1,700

Prices for flights from Sydney to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Beijing is AUD 637 to AUD 1700. The current lowest deal is AUD 673 with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 23.

now A$673

Low A$637

High A$1,700

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Beijing

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$517

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,598

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Beijing

Air China

Xiamen Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Beijing

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines, Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$675

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PKX)

Xiamen Airlines

A$880

A$867

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$848

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$720

A$887

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Beijing

Sydney (SYD) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

A$764

A$890

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Beijing

29 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 31

A$1,828 → A$1,370

25%

24 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 27

A$1,833 → A$1,377

25%

4 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 2

A$1,128 → A$843

25%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

A$1,141 → A$869

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Beijing

Sydney - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Beijing are below the typical level, with deals from $673.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $517, followed by April at $670.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 11h 20m.

Direct flights typically take 11h 20m, while connecting flights average 19h 53m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 1.2% of recent flights from Sydney to Beijing are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Hainan Airlines recently offered a deal for $673 from November 3 to November 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Beijing appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a convenient option for flights from Sydney to Beijing.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$753

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sydney to Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from Beijing city center.

💸 Flights from ~A$752

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Cheapest

Tianjin Binhai International is a reliable alternative with exceptional high-speed rail connectivity to Beijing.

Beijing, China

93% AI deal score

$2,310

$1,389

Save $921

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Beijing

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Beijing

Sydney to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Beijing

Direct flights from Sydney to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Beijing

Sydney - Beijing route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Direct flights average 11h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Hainan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

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Nov 07

Nov 11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

When should I buy Sydney to Beijing tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Sydney to Beijing?

What's the best month to fly from Sydney to Beijing?

Can I fly direct from Sydney to Beijing?

What's the flight time from Sydney to Beijing?

Should I set a price alert for Sydney to Beijing flights?

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Sydney to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Beijing

Direct flights from Sydney to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Beijing

Sydney - Beijing route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Direct flights average 11h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Hainan Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Nov 07

Nov 11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

When should I buy Sydney to Beijing tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Sydney to Beijing?

What's the best month to fly from Sydney to Beijing?