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Sydney.$664 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $664, select.
Sydney.$676 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $676, select.
Sydney.$677 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $677, select.
Sydney.$677 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $677, select.
Sydney.$680 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $680, select.
Sydney.$686 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Dec, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $686, select.
Sydney.$790 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $790, select.
Sydney.$802 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Thu, 28 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing Capital to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from $664
Oct
from $676
Nov
from $677
Dec
from $995
Jan
from $1,176
Feb
from $988
Mar
from $949
Apr
from $975
May
from $802
Jun
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Jul
from $1,264
Aug
from $1,370

Direct flights from Beijing Capital to Sydney

Beijing Capital to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing Capital to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Beijing to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$664
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Beijing Capital to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Capital to Sydney is $664. 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.
11 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing Capital to Sydney.
Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Beijing Capital to Sydney.
As of September 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Beijing Capital to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Sydney is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 7 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 22 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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Eastern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Beijing.

  • Every week, there are seven Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, opt for the 01:10 Air China flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 01:50 with Air China.

  • Your PEK to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Getting to Sydney (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a breeze with Air China. This popular carrier has direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air China.

  • With a dependable 85.25% of services arriving as scheduled, Air China has the best on-time record for PEK to SYD flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PEK and SYD include:

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $322 is the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start from $664. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PEK to SYD.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEK to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

  • Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Beijing to Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PEK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:

  • Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEK to SYD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beijing to Sydney

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