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

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Beijing

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

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Alternative Manchester to Beijing routes

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

Manchester to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$383
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineHainan Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Beijing is $607. 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.
10 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Beijing.
Hainan Airlines flies direct from Manchester to Beijing.
As of March 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Manchester to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Beijing is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Manchester Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from $607.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Beijing on Sunday, 27 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 5 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 4°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.
Currently, Saudia and Hainan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing is 10 hours 40 minutes.

  • Beijing is 8 hours ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With 7 flights a week between the two airports, Manchester Airport (MAN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Hainan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MAN to PEK is with Hainan Airlines at 12:15.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from MAN to Beijing. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing. Start your journey at MAN and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Hainan Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Beijing.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MAN to Beijing. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Geneve Airport (GVA)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You'll need a visa for China if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Manchester Airport to Beijing, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Manchester, MAN can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAN:

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Beijing

  • $383 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $607. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from MAN to Beijing, book your journey 1 month ahead of your departure.

  • September is the cheapest month for tickets from Manchester Airport to Beijing. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MAN to Beijing. There's no need to look every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Central Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from MAN to Beijing:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month to visit Beijing. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAN to Beijing sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.

Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Manchester Airport to Beijing to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Beijing, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.

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