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Flight deals from Beijing Capital to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 8,895. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.R 5,147 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,147, select.
Athens.R 5,364 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,364, select.
Athens.R 5,557 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,557, select.
Athens.R 5,613 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,613, select.
Athens.R 5,837 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,837, select.
Athens.R 5,874 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,874, select.
Athens.R 6,734 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,734, select.
Athens.R 6,788 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,788, select.
Athens.R 6,900 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,900, select.
Athens.R 6,900 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,900, select.
Athens.R 6,905 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,905, select.
Athens.R 6,993 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,993, select.
Athens.R 9,456 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,456, select.
Athens.R 9,492 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,492, select.
Athens.R 9,511 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,511, select.
Athens.R 9,972 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,972, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing Capital to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 5,613
Aug
from R 5,557
Sep
from R 5,837
Oct
from R 5,364
Nov
from R 5,147
Dec
from R 5,874
Jan
from R 6,734
Feb
from R 6,993
Mar
from R 6,900
Apr
from R 6,905
May
from R 6,788
Jun
from R 6,900

Direct flights from Beijing Capital to Athens International

Beijing Capital to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Athens International

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Beijing to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,147
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week5

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Capital to Athens International is R 8,895. 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 24 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing Capital to Athens International.
Air China flies direct from Beijing Capital to Athens International.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Beijing Capital to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Athens International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 24 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 Athens International 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 Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Emirates and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport.

  • The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Beijing.

  • Flights from PEK to ATH start at 02:30 — the earliest with Air China. The last departure is at 02:30 with Air China. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PEK to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air China has direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air China on this route.

  • With a reliable 88.24% of services arriving as scheduled, Air China is the most punctual carrier operating PEK to ATH flights.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PEK and ATH:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Budapest Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • R 5,147 is the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,895. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PEK to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PEK to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and find adventure across Athens and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Athens in March.

  • When booking your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PEK to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.

  • Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without visiting Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.