Star Alliance carrier SAS is offering cheap fares from Oslo to Beijing right now. Prices for a return flight from Europe to China start around €280 (~NOK 3,285). The fare includes one piece of checked baggage of up to 23kg per passenger.
The connecting flight will be operated by SAS’ Airbus A321. The long-haul flight will either be operated by an Airbus A330 or A340. Some of the connections (after January) show a long-haul flight operated by an Airbus A350-900. SAS recently ordered 8 Airbus A350 which will be delivered in 2020. Therefore, if you are lucky, you can experience SAS’ new cabin!
Search & Book
The fare rules state a minimum stay requirement of 6 days or a night from Saturday to Sunday. Travel has to commence between January 8 and June 10, 2020. There is no maximum stay requirement but the latest back flight as part of this offer can be June 13th, 2020. The deal expires December 2, 2019. Availability is great from January through June!
You can find these fares via Google Flights (instructions). You can then either book directly at SAS for a few bucks more, or use our Travel-Dealz search for the cheapest online travel agent rates.
Mileage
The tickets are issued in booking class T. If you are collecting with Aegean Miles+Bonus, you can get these flights credited at 100% which is definitely a sweet spot in that program! Here is the overall accrual with these flights in various programs (unfortunately Aegean Miles+Bonus credit is not shown here but according to the Aegean website it definitely credits at 100%):
- 4,662 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 4,662 RDM + 932 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 3,972 Award Miles + 30 XP on Flying Blue
- 3,728 Award Miles on TAP Miles&Go
- 2,330 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 2,170 Award Miles + 50 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 932 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 932 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 932 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 600 Points on SAS EuroBonus
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Hotels
The standard of hotels in China is definitely lower than in Europe. Checking reviews and comparing prices and the level of standard is therefore essential. We would recommend using booking.com for that:
When finally booking, maybe one of our hotel vouchers ma be useful too:
Information & Tips for China
China offers a wide range of sights, from historical landmarks like the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army, and the Forbidden City to modern cities like Shanghai and scenic areas such as Zhangjiajie and Guilin. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and mobile payments via apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used, though cash is still accepted. Prices vary—major cities can be moderate to expensive, while rural areas are generally more affordable. Weather conditions differ greatly by region, with cold winters in the north, hot, humid summers in the south, and a generally best travel period in spring or autumn.
China has a highly developed transport system, especially in urban and coastal areas. Most major cities have extensive metro networks that are cheap, efficient, and easy to navigate with English signage. For travel between cities, the high-speed rail network is one of the most advanced in the world, connecting even distant regions quickly and reliably. In rural or less-developed areas, transport options can be more limited and slower, but basic bus or train connections are usually available.
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as eSIM4Travel, RedteaGo, and Textr. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
The Best eSIM Plans for China 🇨🇳 Compared
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Information & Tips for Beijing
Beijing, China’s capital, is home to major historical sites like the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, and nearby sections of the Great Wall. The local currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and mobile payments via apps like WeChat Pay or Alipay are more common than cash or cards. Prices vary—public transport and local food are inexpensive, while hotels and tourist areas can be more costly. The weather includes hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters, with spring and autumn offering milder, more comfortable conditions.
We’ve compared various esim providers, such as eSIM4Travel, RedteaGo, and Textr. To see which plan is best for your travel needs and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
The Best eSIM Plans for China 🇨🇳 Compared
→ All Dealz for Beijing
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