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Cheapest round-trip
$718
Typical prices: $744-$1,028
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/25Mon 12/3
ATH - PKX • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$877
Typical prices: $889-$1,187
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Thu 3/1Fri 3/16
ATH - PEK • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Air China. Average duration is 10h
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Cheapest • 9% average savings
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $744 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Beijing (ATH-BJS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to Beijing

Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 11:20 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
34h 20m2 stops Istanbul Shanghai Pu Dong
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7:30 pm - 10:40 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
33h 10m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Istanbul Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
$718Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 10:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PEK Beijing Capital
21h 25m2 stops Istanbul Shanghai Pu Dong
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7:00 pm - 10:40 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
33h 40m3 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Istanbul Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
$722Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 10:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PEK Beijing Capital
21h 25m2 stops Istanbul Shanghai Pu Dong
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7:00 pm - 5:15 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
28h 15m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Istanbul
$724Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 16
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1:20 pm - 2:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:25 am - 11:10 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$740Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 19
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1:20 pm - 4:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
20h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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11:55 am - 7:25 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$750Juneyao Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 19
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1:20 pm - 4:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
20h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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11:55 am - 7:25 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$751Juneyao Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 19
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1:20 pm - 4:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
20h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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11:55 am - 7:25 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$752Juneyao Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Dec 19
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1:20 pm - 4:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
20h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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9:20 pm - 7:25 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$754Juneyao Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 25
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1:20 pm - 4:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
20h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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11:55 am - 7:25 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$754Juneyao Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 16
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1:15 pm - 5:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-PEK Beijing Capital
10h 00mnonstop
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2:30 am - 8:15 amPEK  Beijing Capital-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 45mnonstop
$877Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for Athens to Beijing flights

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What is the cheapest Athens to Beijing flight route?

Athens (ATH) to Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX) is the cheapest Athens to Beijing route, averaging $765 round-trip. Other Athens to Beijing routes average $920, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Beijing?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Beijing. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Beijing?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Beijing at $802 round-trip.
•July ($1,044) and April ($973) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Athens to Beijing

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on ATH

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on PEK

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Athens to Beijing flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$264
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Athens to Beijing

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Your Athens to Beijing flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to Beijing?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Beijing:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:15 pm and lands at 11:15 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:15 pm and lands at 11:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 10h.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Beijing?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Beijing:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Athens to Beijing?

    A nonstop flight from Athens to Beijing takes 10h, covering 4,721 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Beijing?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Beijing flight?

    Round-trip flights from Athens to Beijing range from $744 to $1,028, with an average of $868 over the past 12 months. Anything below $744 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Athens to Beijing?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $744 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $961 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Athens to Beijing?

    Air China is the only airline operating Athens to Beijing flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

  • Have flight prices from Athens to Beijing changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $718 to $6,603. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Beijing looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Beijing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $460, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Beijing?

    Flights from Athens to Beijing usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and may arrive at several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Athens to Beijing?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Athens to Beijing?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Beijing route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Beijing pass through?

    One-stop flights from Athens to Beijing most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Beijing?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Athens to Beijing. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $816 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $918, a difference of $102.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Athens to Beijing?

    Only Air China operates flights between Athens and Beijing.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Athens to Beijing?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 23m, compared with 15h 22m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 16h 28m via Cairo (CAI).

  • What is the time difference between Athens and Beijing?

    Beijing is 6 hours ahead of Athens (China Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Beijing?

    Some of the most popular sights in Beijing are Forbidden City, Tiananmen and Silk Street Market. These are among the most viewed places in Beijing on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to Beijing flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Athens to Beijing flights

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Direct departures

Athens Eleftherios V. to Beijing

Monday

Air China

Air China

Wednesday

Air China

Air China

Friday

Air China

Air China

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Direct returns

Beijing to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Air China

Air China

Wednesday

Air China

Air China

Friday

Air China

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