A vibrant view of Sydney Harbour Bridge with Luna Park and sailboats highlighting the iconic skyline. — flights from Beijing to Sydney
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Flights from Beijing to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD) take about 11h 42m (8,964 km). Air China flies it. Lowest fare seen: $433 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Sydney

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Airlines flying Beijing to Sydney

Carriers on PEK–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Beijing to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $337 one-way. With stops: Jun 2027, from $248. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$36725 Oct 2026$291 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$33711 Nov 2026$260 · 1 stop30 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$36716 Dec 2026$259 · 1 stop6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$6171 Jan 2027$359 · 1 stop1 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$60018 Feb 2027 · Air China$328 · 1 stop28 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$39417 Mar 2027$313 · 1 stop23 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$7153 Apr 2027 · Air China$355 · 1 stop3 Apr 2027
May 2027$3777 May 2027$268 · 1 stop27 May 2027
Jun 2027$59128 Jun 2027 · Air China$248 · 1 stop1 Jun 2027
Sept 2027$63617 Sept 2027$384 · 1 stop17 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $260 for November 2026, $248 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 10 of 10 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Beijing to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Beijing to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Beijing to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 11h 42m, covering 8,964 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Beijing from Sydney by air?
The great-circle distance between Beijing Capital International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 8,964 km (5,570 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Beijing to Sydney?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PEK–SYD route include Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Beijing to Sydney cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PEK–SYD was $433 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 1 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Sydney?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in June 2027 were cheapest, from $248 one-way, against $384 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Beijing to Sydney?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $260 with one stop against $433 nonstop, a saving of $173. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Sydney?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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