Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 18 minutes.
Beijing is 3 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route, with 7 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SYD to PEK is with Air China at 20:40. Opt for the first departure with Air China at 19:40 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from SYD to Beijing. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be landing.
Keep an eye out for offers from Air China. This airline has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from SYD to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 27 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Beijing
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing is ر.ق. 641. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,101. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to Beijing, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing is about 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEK if you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is located around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from SYD to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing. July is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SYD to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Beijing, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are major attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.
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