Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Istanbul

1 airline flys nonstop from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Istanbul Airport (IST). It's 4,412 miles (7,100 km), about 10h 48m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines.

PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
IST
Istanbul Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
10h 48m
Distance
4,412 mi
7,100 km
CO₂/pax
675 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Southern Airlines
Time Diff
-5h
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
PKX → IST
Flight Time
10h 48m
Distance
4,412 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 675 kg CO₂ per passenger

PKX URC (Urumqi) IST
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,519 mi) Leg 2: 7h 10m (2,937 mi) Total: ~11h 35m 🍃 731 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → URC
4h 25m · 1,519 mi
View PKX to URC flights →
Leg 2
URC → IST
7h 10m · 2,937 mi
View URC to IST flights →
PKX TAS (Tashkent) IST
Leg 1: 6h 20m (2,459 mi) Leg 2: 5h 20m (2,091 mi) Total: ~11h 40m 🍃 793 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → TAS
6h 20m · 2,459 mi
View PKX to TAS flights →
Leg 2
TAS → IST
5h 20m · 2,091 mi
View TAS to IST flights →
PKX OVB (Novosibirsk) IST
Leg 1: 5h (1,885 mi) Leg 2: 6h 40m (2,592 mi) Total: ~11h 40m 🍃 740 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → OVB
5h · 1,885 mi
View PKX to OVB flights →
Leg 2
OVB → IST
6h 40m · 2,592 mi
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PKX ALA (Almaty) IST
Leg 1: 5h 40m (2,042 mi) Leg 2: 6h 15m (2,443 mi) Total: ~11h 55m 🍃 783 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → ALA
5h 40m · 2,042 mi
View PKX to ALA flights →
Leg 2
ALA → IST
6h 15m · 2,443 mi
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PKX UBN (Ulaanbaatar) IST
Leg 1: 2h 30m (738 mi) Leg 2: 9h 30m (3,720 mi) Total: ~12h 🍃 731 kg CO₂ (+8% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PKX → UBN
2h 30m · 738 mi
View PKX to UBN flights →
Leg 2
UBN → IST
9h 30m · 3,720 mi
View UBN to IST flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PKX) to Istanbul (IST) takes approximately 10 hours and 48 minutes. The distance is 4,412 miles (7,100 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Istanbul?

Just China Southern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Istanbul?

Yes. 1 airline: China Southern Airlines.

How far is Beijing from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Beijing to Istanbul is 4,412 miles (7,100 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Beijing and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 5 hours behind Beijing. (Asia/Shanghai vs Europe/Istanbul.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Beijing to Istanbul?

Maybe mild — 5-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Beijing to Istanbul?

At 10h 48m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Beijing to Istanbul?

Roughly 675 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,375 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Beijing also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Daxing International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.