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Flight deals from Athens International to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Athens International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.
Beijing.$1,082 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Athens International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,082, select.
Beijing.$1,088 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,088, select.
Beijing.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Beijing.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Beijing.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Beijing.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Fri, 19 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Beijing.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Athens International Airport to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Athens International Airport to Beijing flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,283
Jul
from $1,180
Aug
from $1,089
Sep
from $1,090
Oct
from $1,050
Nov
from $1,089
Dec
from $1,089
Jan
from $1,094
Feb
from $1,177
Mar
from $1,095
Apr
from $1,093
May
from $1,095
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Athens International to Beijing

Alternative Athens International to Beijing routes

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

Athens to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,050
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Athens International 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 Athens International to Beijing is $1,050. 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.
10 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from Athens International to Beijing.
As of June 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Athens International to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Beijing is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Athens International 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 $1,050.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Beijing on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 4 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 24°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, EgyptAir and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is six hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.

  • With three weekly flights between the two airports, Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 13:10. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from ATH to PEK is with Air China at 14:15.

  • For a relaxed start to your ATH to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at ATH and fly straight to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing tickets.

  • Take to the skies with Air China. This airline operates direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from ATH to Beijing. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • ATH is around 19 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:

  • 77.19% of flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Beijing

  • $478 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing flight. Return flight tickets start at $1,050. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Score cheap flights from ATH to Beijing by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ATH to Beijing.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:

  • Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore parts of Beijing that aren't on every traveller's list. Check out the deals from Hertz.

  • Boost your chances of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from ATH to Beijing is a smart idea.

  • The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Beijing in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

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

More about Beijing

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should be on every Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Tai'an is another well-known destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without experiencing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

Plan the rest of your trip from Athens to Beijing

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