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Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Beijing, China

Here is what to know before booking a flight to Beijing from Quebec City and Montreal.

From Quebec City, fares to Beijing usually run between $1550 and $2600. The best fare spotted recently is $1753 (about 16% below the typical price).

What this route usually costs

We have recorded a fare from Quebec City to Beijing on 72 separate days, the first on May 26, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $1366 to $1983, with a median of $1682. 52 of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $1753 is around the middle of that range.

  • Days observed 72
  • Lowest recorded $1366
  • Median day $1682
  • Highest recorded $1983

These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.

Quebec City or Montreal for Beijing?

We have priced Beijing from both airports on 23 of the same days. Quebec City came in cheaper on 7 of them and Montreal on 16. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $41 cheaper on this route.

Latest fare we spotted from each airport

  • Quebec City $1753 (-16%)
  • Montreal $1585

Beijing is China's historic capital, home to monumental imperial sites and a rich cultural legacy spanning centuries. It pairs ancient palaces, temples, and stretches of the Great Wall with a fast-moving modern metropolis. From the Forbidden City's endless courtyards to the ramparts winding over the hills, there is a lifetime of discoveries waiting for you!

When to go

Autumn (September to October) is widely considered the best time, with clear skies and mild temperatures, followed by spring (April to May). Summer is hot, humid, and busy, while winter is cold and dry but quieter and less crowded.

Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal

Beijing is a long-haul journey that requires at least one connection from most of eastern Canada, often through Toronto, Vancouver, or another international gateway depending on your departure city. Plan for a very long travel day with one or more layovers. Crossing many time zones, you will usually arrive the day after departure.

What to see and do

  • The Forbidden City
  • The Great Wall (sections like Mutianyu)
  • Tiananmen Square
  • The Temple of Heaven
  • The hutong lanes around Houhai by bike or rickshaw

Good to know before you go

The currency is the Chinese yuan (renminbi), and mobile payment apps dominate, so check what cards or cash options work for you in advance. Getting around is easy: the subway is vast, cheap, and signposted in English, making it far better than driving through the traffic, while the DiDi app and metered taxis fill the gaps. Many foreign websites and apps are restricted, so plan communication and navigation tools ahead, and note that visas are typically required.

Entry requirements and health

Visa required in advance

This one takes a bit more planning: you'll need a visa lined up ahead of time, usually through an embassy or consulate. Start early, since it can take a while.

Vaccines and health

Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water.

General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.

Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.

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