Direct (nonstop) flights from Milan to Beijing

1 airline flys nonstop from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 5,042 miles (8,114 km), about 10h 20m in the air. Operated by Air China.

MXP
Milan Malpensa Airport
🇮🇹 Milan, Italy
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
10h 20m
Distance
5,042 mi
8,114 km
CO₂/pax
771 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
+6h
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
MXP → PEK
Flight Time
10h 20m
Distance
5,042 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milan to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 771 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXP FRA (Frankfurt) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (305 mi) Leg 2: 9h 20m (4,851 mi) Total: ~10h 40m 🍃 823 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → FRA
1h 20m · 305 mi
View MXP to FRA flights →
Leg 2
FRA → PEK
9h 20m · 4,851 mi
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MXP PRG (Prague) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (403 mi) Leg 2: 9h 15m (4,648 mi) Total: ~10h 45m 🍃 811 kg CO₂ (+5% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → PRG
1h 30m · 403 mi
View MXP to PRG flights →
Leg 2
PRG → PEK
9h 15m · 4,648 mi
View PRG to PEK flights →
MXP BUD (Budapest) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 40m (518 mi) Leg 2: 9h 10m (4,566 mi) Total: ~10h 50m 🍃 819 kg CO₂ (+6% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BUD
1h 40m · 518 mi
View MXP to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → PEK
9h 10m · 4,566 mi
View BUD to PEK flights →
MXP ARN (Stockholm) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 8h 5m (4,168 mi) Total: ~10h 50m 🍃 838 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → ARN
2h 45m · 1,041 mi
View MXP to ARN flights →
Leg 2
ARN → PEK
8h 5m · 4,168 mi
View ARN to PEK flights →
MXP CPH (Copenhagen) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 5m (712 mi) Leg 2: 8h 50m (4,482 mi) Total: ~10h 55m 🍃 842 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → CPH
2h 5m · 712 mi
View MXP to CPH flights →
Leg 2
CPH → PEK
8h 50m · 4,482 mi
View CPH to PEK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milan to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Milan (MXP) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 5,042 miles (8,114 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milan to Beijing?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milan to Beijing?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Milan from Beijing?

The flight distance from Milan to Beijing is 5,042 miles (8,114 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 Milan and Beijing?

Beijing is 6 hours ahead of Milan. (Europe/Rome vs Asia/Shanghai.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Milan to Beijing?

Probably — 6-hour time difference means moderate jet lag. Expect about 1 day of adjustment per hour of shift. Flying eastward is generally harder to adjust to.

What type of aircraft flies from Milan to Beijing?

At 10h 20m, 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 Italy to China?

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

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

Roughly 771 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,855 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing to Milan 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 Milan to Beijing?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport for this flight?

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