Connecting route · China → Switzerland

Flights from Beijing to Zurich

There are no direct flights from Beijing to Zurich. The easiest way is one stop via Munich or Paris, about 12h 29m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 12h 29m

Beijing to Zurich at a glance

Fastest journey12h 29mEstimated

Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Munich or Paris

Best ways to fly from Beijing to Zurich

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

BJS Munich (MUC) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, Lufthansa · Leg 2: Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, SWISS

One airline, one ticket ~12h 29m

BJS Paris (CDG) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, Air France · Leg 2: Air France, SWISS

One airline, one ticket ~13h 20m

BJS Shanghai (PVG) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, SWISS

One airline, one ticket ~15h 06m

BJS Seoul (ICN) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air · Leg 2: Korean Air, SWISS

One airline, one ticket ~14h 34m

BJS Istanbul (IST) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Turkish Airlines

One airline, one ticket ~13h 32m

BJS Cairo (CAI) ZRH

Leg 1: Air China, EgyptAir, Sichuan Airlines · Leg 2: EgyptAir, SWISS

One airline, one ticket ~15h 21m

Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance: 7,982 km4,957 miles
Journey time: 12h 29mestimate
Time difference: -7hZurich vs Beijing
Currency in Zurich: CHF
Airports: PKX, PEK → ZRH

Flights from Beijing to Zurich: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Beijing to Zurich?

No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Munich, Paris and Shanghai. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.

How long is the flight from Beijing to Zurich?

With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 29m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,982 km.

Where do you change planes between Beijing and Zurich?

The best connecting points are Munich (MUC), Paris (CDG), Shanghai (PVG) and Seoul (ICN). Air China flies both legs via Munich, so you can book it as one ticket.

Which airports serve Beijing and Zurich?

Beijing: Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Zurich: Zürich Airport (ZRH).

What is the time difference between Beijing and Zurich?

Zurich is 7 hours behind Beijing.

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