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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Beijing.$491 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $491, select.
Beijing.$564 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $564, select.
Beijing.$566 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Mon, 5 Jan.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.
Beijing.$567 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.
Beijing.$648 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $648, select.
Beijing.$672 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $672, select.
Beijing.$675 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 26 Mar.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 15 Mar, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 26 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
Beijing.$790 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $790, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in October.
Mar
from $675
Apr
from $898
May
from $648
Jun
from $878
Jul
from $877
Aug
from $900
Sep
from $877
Oct
from $491
Nov
from $898
Dec
from $567
Jan
from $564
Feb
from $1,375

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Istanbul to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$491
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Beijing is $491. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Beijing.
Turkish Airlines, Air China and China Southern fly direct from Istanbul to Beijing.
As of March 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Beijing is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, 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 $491.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 16 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 10 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, Azerbaijan Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 44 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing.

  • The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located.

  • With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:35. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from IST to PEK is with Air China at 14:55.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from IST to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Nonstop flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be landing.

  • There's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing, including:

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from IST to Beijing that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • If you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.

  • IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  • Want a handy hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing is $321. The cheapest price for a return flight is $491. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to Beijing.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from IST to Beijing. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Once your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • After your flight from IST to Beijing, kick back at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Beijing, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from IST to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.

More about Beijing

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