How to find cheap flights from Beijing to Switzerland
Grab a return flight from Beijing to Switzerland starting at £416, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare will take you from Beijing into Geneva in Geneva.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is £227.
Need some ideas on where to fly to? Enter 'Switzerland' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
Switzerland has around five international airports, so you'll have your pick of arrival options.
Expand your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you find a better deal.
Get the flight you want at a price you'll like by booking ahead. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on timing, airline or cost.
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Best time to fly from Beijing to Switzerland
If you're trying to spend less, November is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Beijing to Switzerland.
Flying midweek can often be a smarter choice. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
The height of the travel season in Switzerland runs through July, August and September. September is the most popular month and a perfect time to visit if you want more to see and do.
Alternatively, skip the peak season crowds by checking out flights in February, March and May. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from Beijing to Switzerland: what to expect
When flying from Beijing, you can leave from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
From Beijing, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Switzerland.
Roughly five direct flights connect Beijing with destinations around Switzerland each week.
The main airline flying this route is Air China.
The most popular route from Beijing to Switzerland is to Geneva.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 11 hours.
Popular places to visit in Switzerland
Zurich
This Canton of Zurich city is one of the leading destinations for Beijing to Switzerland flights. Get your sightseeing underway at standout attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zürich Opera House.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) is Zurich's busiest airport.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Explore the range of hotels in Zurich.
Geneva
Get to know this Canton of Geneva city's highlights including CERN, Geneva Jet d'eau and Jardin Anglais.
Touch down at Geneva Airport (GVA) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
Explore hotels in Geneva and lock in a stay that keeps up with your plans.
Basel
Top attractions to cross off while you're in this corner of Basel-Stadt include Art Basel, Basel Cathedral and Muensterplatz.
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to popular destinations across the region and beyond.
Whether you're on a tight budget or ready to splurge, hotels in Basel offer options for every kind of trip.
Visiting Switzerland for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Know the entry rules before you go. Rules can change depending on your passport and reason for travel. Always check with reliable sources like your airline, travel agent or the local embassy.
The Swiss franc (CHF) is the main currency. Paying is easy, with debit and credit cards accepted just about everywhere.
Bern is the capital of Switzerland, which has a population of roughly 9 million.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+3 cm place.
For a warmer trip to Switzerland, consider going in July.
Temperatures are often coolest around January.
October is usually the driest month, while June is the wettest.
The Montreux Jazz Festival, the Locarno Film Festival and Swiss National Day are some of the well-known events here. Consider booking your Beijing to Switzerland flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Found that cheap flight from Beijing to Switzerland? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Switzerland and filter your search by property type, location and more. You can also browse car rental options in Switzerland and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.
