Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is 10 hours 5 minutes.
Beijing is six hours ahead of Athens and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from ATH to PEK start from 13:10 — the earliest with Air China. The last service of the day is at 14:15 with Air China. Overall, there are six weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights.
Your ATH to PEK flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air China has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Beijing — and maybe even more of China if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air China.
Air China is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to PEK flights. A dependable 95.45% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ATH and PEK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
255 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Return flights start at 526 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from ATH to PEK by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital International Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Beijing. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.