Flying from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Explore your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
Take a direct flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 18 minutes.
Sydney is 3 hours ahead of Beijing. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
With 7 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 01:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from PEK to SYD is with Air China at 01:50.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Beijing to SYD.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) depart from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with Air China. This top airline operates services from PEK.
We make it simple to find a flight from Beijing to SYD with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEK and SYD include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PEK is approximately 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Prefer to leave from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can reserve a direct flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) out of this hub.
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to SYD can be booked with Air China.
Split up your flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Daxing International Airport and SYD include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
PKX is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to SYD:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It typically takes 27 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, $274 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $489. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Beijing to SYD, reserve your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Sydney. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
When booking your flight from Beijing to SYD, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Sydney itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Bondi Beach.
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