Are direct flights from Zürich to Beijing always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and timing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Beijing flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Flying during off-peak seasons or mid-week can sometimes result in lower fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Beijing flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you accurately compare the total cost of your flight.

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Zürich to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Beijing

Only 1% of recent fares from Zürich to Beijing were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for this route are above the typical level. For cheap flights from Zürich to Beijing, prices typically range from $1014–$1442, with a median of $1241 over the last 90 days. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be helpful.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Beijing? The data indicates that the cheapest month to fly is March, with a median fare of $545. Following closely, February also offers lower prices, with a median of $582. Another relatively affordable option is July, where the median fare is $665.

A typical journey from Zürich to Beijing takes about 23h 50m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once. When connecting flights are involved, the median number of stopovers is 2, which significantly contributes to the overall travel time.

The route from Zürich to Beijing covers a substantial distance of 7971 km. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, meaning you should expect a considerable amount of travel time due to the significant distance involved.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Beijing

Regular price: CHF 492 - CHF 1,118

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

The regular price range for this route is 492 CHF to 1118 CHF. The current lowest deal is 492 CHF with Etihad Airways, for travel from Mar 16-Mar 24.

now CHF 492

Low CHF 492

High CHF 1,118

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Beijing is March, with a median price of $545. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1244. Prices are generally lower from February to July.

March

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 545

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,244

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Zürich to Beijing

Etihad Airways

Pegasus Airlines

Qatar Airways

Austrian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Beijing

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 845

CHF 947

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 793

CHF 951

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 829

CHF 851

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 921

CHF 853

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 828

CHF 854

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 794

CHF 882

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

CHF 809 → CHF 540

33%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

CHF 810 → CHF 559

31%

8 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 4

CHF 802 → CHF 558

30%

13 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 11

CHF 773 → CHF 531

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Zürich - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent ZRH to BJS fares are above the typical level, with 75% of tickets costing over $1442.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to BJS, with a median price of $545.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 23h 50m

The typical flight duration from ZRH to BJS is 23h 50m, as direct flights are not available.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from ZRH to BJS; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Etihad Airways has 35 connecting flight deals from ZRH to BJS, more than any other airline.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from ZRH to BJS are rare, appearing infrequently over the last 30 days.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Beijing, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 482

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Zurich to Beijing.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 482

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

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

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail, approx. 30 minutes)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 687

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From ZRH

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Jan 13

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$2,208

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$2,208

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From ZRH

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Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,306

$2,209

Save $1,097

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From ZRH

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Jan 13

Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,287

$2,210

Save $1,077

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From ZRH

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Jan 15

Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,298

$2,210

Save $1,088

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From ZRH

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Jan 10

Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,255

$2,219

Save $1,036

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From ZRH

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Jan 10

Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,282

$2,219

Save $1,063

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From ZRH

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Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,267

$2,221

Save $1,046

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From ZRH

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Jan 15

Beijing, China

92% AI deal score

$3,300

$2,270

Save $1,030

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Dec 13

Beijing, China

91% AI deal score

$3,209

$2,220

Save $989

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Dec 06

Beijing, China

91% AI deal score

$3,212

$2,222

Save $990

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch fare drops.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify an optimal booking window. Mid-week departures or arrivals can also sometimes be more economical.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can occasionally be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this approach.

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Zürich to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Beijing

Regular price: CHF 492 - CHF 1,118

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

The regular price range for this route is 492 CHF to 1118 CHF. The current lowest deal is 492 CHF with Etihad Airways, for travel from Mar 16-Mar 24.

now CHF 492

Low CHF 492

High CHF 1,118

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Beijing

March

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 545

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,244

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Zürich to Beijing

Etihad Airways

Pegasus Airlines

Qatar Airways

Austrian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Beijing

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 845

CHF 947

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

China Eastern Airlines

CHF 793

CHF 951

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 829

CHF 851

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 921

CHF 853

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 828

CHF 854

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Beijing

Zürich (ZRH) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

CHF 794

CHF 882

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

CHF 809 → CHF 540

33%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

CHF 810 → CHF 559

31%

8 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 4

CHF 802 → CHF 558

30%

13 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 11

CHF 773 → CHF 531

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Zürich - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent ZRH to BJS fares are above the typical level, with 75% of tickets costing over $1442.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to BJS, with a median price of $545.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 23h 50m

The typical flight duration from ZRH to BJS is 23h 50m, as direct flights are not available.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from ZRH to BJS; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Etihad Airways has 35 connecting flight deals from ZRH to BJS, more than any other airline.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from ZRH to BJS are rare, appearing infrequently over the last 30 days.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Beijing, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 482

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good option for flights from Zurich to Beijing.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 482

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

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

Beijing, China

91% AI deal score

$3,212

$2,222

Save $990

LOT Polish Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Beijing

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Beijing

Zürich to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Direct flights from Zürich to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Beijing

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Zürich - Beijing route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Connecting flights average 23h 50m

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Zürich 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

Jan 13

Jan 15

Jan 13

Jan 20

Jan 13

Jan 15

Jan 10

Jan 10

Jan 10

Jan 15

Dec 13

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Beijing?

Are direct flights from Zürich to Beijing always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Beijing flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Beijing flights?

Related routes

More routes from Zürich

Flights to Beijing from other cities

Zürich to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Direct flights from Zürich to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Beijing

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Beijing

Zürich - Beijing route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Connecting flights average 23h 50m

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Zürich 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

Jan 13

Jan 15

Jan 13

Jan 20

Jan 13

Jan 15

Jan 10

Jan 10

Jan 10

Jan 15

Dec 13

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Beijing?