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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Beijing

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

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Frankfurt to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Frankfurt to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,847
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time9 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Beijing is R 10,048. 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.
9 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Beijing.
Air China, Lufthansa and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Frankfurt to Beijing.
As of November 2025, there are 43 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Beijing is usually November.
If you're flying from Frankfurt, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,048.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Beijing on Friday, 28 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 17 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 Beijing 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 Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In November, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is MIAT Mongolian Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Beijing Daxing Airport is Lufthansa.

Flying from Frankfurt to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.

  • Arrive in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • Around 9 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Frankfurt to Beijing flight.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt.

  • With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Beijing with Air China at 14:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from FRA to PEK is with Air China at 20:00.

  • Leave enough time to make your Frankfurt to Beijing flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Beijing

  • Book three months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Frankfurt to Beijing flights.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Beijing. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Beijing is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Save on your Frankfurt to Beijing flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You can get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Beijing jetting off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Start your trip at FRA and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Look out for deals with Air China. This airline offers direct Frankfurt to Beijing plane tickets out of FRA.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Frankfurt to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Frankfurt Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Think about adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a key stopover on a Frankfurt to Beijing flight out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport. Use a longer layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.

  • You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing:

  • 53% of flights leaving Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beijing in February.

  • Before locking in your Frankfurt to Beijing tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Beijing around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Beijing itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.

  • Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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