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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs144,337. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Beijing to Athens International

Beijing to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Beijing to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs87,394
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Athens International is Rs144,337. 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 28 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Athens International.
Air China flies direct from Beijing to Athens International.
As of March 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Beijing to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Athens International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 12 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 28 minutes.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is Beijing's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) taking off from here.

  • Take off on a direct Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 25 minutes.

  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Beijing.

  • Choose from 3 direct services each week between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). This is the busiest route, with Air China offering a 2:30am departure from PEK to ATH.

  • Your flight from Beijing to ATH won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Air China. This leading airline operates services from PEK.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Air China between PEK and ATH.

  • Air China takes the top spot for on-time performance. An exceptional 88.24% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to ATH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The journey from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.

  • The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Beijing Daxing International Airport and ATH:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • PKX is about 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to ATH flight:

  • Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving within the expected time frame.

About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Reserve a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.

Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Athens. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

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

  • Currently, Rs87,394 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs144,337. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to ATH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • Affordable Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Beijing to ATH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in January.

  • When booking your Beijing to ATH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC.

More about Athens

  • Start your Athens trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • You'll find plenty of things to do in Athens when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Acropolis of Athens followed by The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres northwest of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Greece, consider Kalamaria, about 306 kilometres north of Athens. Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum are among its highlights.

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