Are most flights from Beijing long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Beijing are long-haul, accounting for 78% of all routes in the trailing 90 days. Medium-haul flights make up 16% of the routes. Short-haul flights are less common, representing only 6% of the total flight options from Beijing.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Beijing?

Historically, some of the most affordable international flights from Beijing include destinations like Hanoi, with a median price of 1118 CNY. Other options for international travel include Kota Kinabalu, typically priced around 1254 CNY, and Hong Kong, which has a median price of 1315 CNY. Bangkok also shows a median price of 1315 CNY for flights from Beijing.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Beijing?

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Beijing, with an average price of $715. This represents an 11% savings compared to the annual median average price of $807. March is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $729.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong • Nov 2026

$109

$47

One-way

PEK

Dalian

China • Jul 2026

$133

$62

One-way

PEK

Harbin

China • Jul 2026

$209

$70

One-way

PEK

Xi'an

China • Jul 2026

$202

$72

One-way

PKX

Hangzhou

China • Jul 2026

$154

$75

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PKX

Shanghai

China • Jul 2026

$124

$75

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PKX

Jeju City

South Korea • Oct 2026

$84

$85

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PKX

Shanghai

China • Aug 2026

$117

$90

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PKX

Guangzhou

China • Sep 2026

$140

$94

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Chengdu

China • Jul 2026

$199

$94

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Flights from Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Beijing

Right now, the cheapest fares from Beijing start at CNY 793 for a roundtrip flight to Hong Kong. You can also find cheap flights from Beijing to Dalian for CNY 806, and to Harbin for CNY 982. These prices represent some of the most economical options currently available for travelers departing from Beijing.

Travelers from Beijing have access to a vast network of destinations, with 1332 unique cities reachable over the last 90 days. The most prominent countries for recent fares are China, accounting for 22%, followed by Hong Kong with 7%, and the United States at 6%. This indicates a strong focus on domestic and regional travel, alongside significant international routes.

When looking for direct flights from Beijing, approximately 20.9% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that while direct options are available, a majority of routes from Beijing involve at least one stop, classifying it as a connecting-dominant origin.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Beijing is Hong Kong. Other popular routes include flights to Shanghai and Istanbul, which also appear often in recent fare observations. These destinations consistently offer competitive prices for travelers departing from Beijing.

The flight distances from Beijing are predominantly long-haul, with 78% of routes classified as long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 16% of the routes, while short-haul options account for a smaller share at 6%. This distribution highlights Beijing's role as a major hub for extended international travel.

Most popular airlines from Beijing

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Beijing Capital Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Xiamen Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Beijing soon

Tue, Jul 14

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PEK - Helsinki

Beijing (PEK) - Helsinki (HEL)

KLM

$1,033

$611

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

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PEK - Stockholm

Beijing (PEK) - Stockholm (ARN)

China Eastern Airlines

$961

$537

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

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PEK - Malta

Beijing (PEK) - Malta (MLA)

Turkish Airlines

$1,272

$843

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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PEK - Bucharest

Beijing (PEK) - Bucharest (OTP)

Emirates Airlines

$910

$649

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

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PEK - Bologna

Beijing (PEK) - Bologna (BLQ)

Air France

$1,078

$701

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

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PEK - Barcelona

Beijing (PEK) - Barcelona (BCN)

China Eastern Airlines

$818

$553

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Beijing

Kuala Lumpur

TOP

Malaysia • Mar 2027

from

$215

Helsinki

TOP

Finland • Jul 2026

from

$611

Belgrade

TOP

Serbia • Dec 2026

from

$718

Ljubljana

TOP

Slovenia • Dec 2026

from

$854

Istanbul

TOP

Turkey • Aug 2026

from

$492

Istanbul

TOP

Turkey • Sep 2026

from

$503

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Beijing

-53%

PEK - Champaign

$2,723 → $1,274

-39%

PEK - Dayton

$1,809 → $1,095

-35%

PEK - West Palm Beach

$1,736 → $1,130

-41%

PEK - Ljubljana

$1,455 → $854

Popular Airports from Beijing

Beijing airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from PKX can be as low as $43, while flights from PEK start at $60.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan, Nov, Feb

Flights from Beijing tend to be cheaper in Jan, Nov, and Feb.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance offers the lowest median fares from BJS.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines

Full-service carriers consistently offer the most routes from Beijing.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$325 direct / ~$793 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from Beijing are to destinations within China and Hong Kong.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Sat - Sun

The cheapest days to fly from BJS are Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday, with fares from $44.

Beijing main airports to depart from

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a good choice for budget-conscious travelers seeking flights from Beijing.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥793

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Beijing Capital International is a convenient option for travelers looking for flights from Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥806

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a useful alternative with extensive domestic and international flights, and full cabin class availability.

📍 ~118 km from Beijing (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥854

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International (SJW)

Cheapest

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International is a well-established budget hub offering a wide range of domestic routes.

📍 ~233 km from Beijing (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥623

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Jinan Yaoqiang International is a major provincial capital airport with high service reliability and premium options.

📍 ~346 km from Beijing (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥745

Taiyuan Wusu International (TYN)

Taiyuan Wusu International is a significant regional hub for North China with reliable domestic coverage.

📍 ~406 km from Beijing (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥847

Dalian Zhoushuizi International (DLC)

Dalian Zhoushuizi International is a major international gateway with a vast flight network and high service reliability.

📍 ~453 km from Beijing (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥657

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