Air China is currently putting a nice discount on some of its routes from Europe to East Asia. The cheapest flights are available from Stockholm to Taipei and from Budapest to Chongqing. But there’s also availability from other European cities, such as London, Barcelona, and Copenhagen. Flights to Taipei, sadly, often come with a very long layover on the way back. Luckily, this is not the case for the slightly more expensive flights from Stockholm to Seoul. Last but not least, all fares include 23 kg of luggage.
The cheapest flights are available to Taipei:
- Stockholm: €368 (22h overnight layover in Beijing on way back)
- London: €435 (9h layover in Shanghai on way back)
- Barcelona: €437
- Budapest: €438 (10h layover in Beijing on way back)
- Copenhagen: €443 (21h overnight layover in Beijing on way back)
Air China also has a few other nice deals, such as:
We’ve marked some of the available dates from Stockholm, Budapest, and Copenhagen in green. But feel free to play around a bit with other dates too. The availability is best in April and May 2026. Budapest-Chongqing flights are already available in January.
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All flights to Taipei and Seoul are routed via Beijing or Shanghai. The only non-stop option is flying from Budapest to Chongqing. As mentioned before, most tickets to Taipei have a very long layover on the way back. However, hotels in China are cheap, and Beijing and Shanghai are beautiful cities to spend a few hours in.
Editor’s Note: The price is really low, especially considering the included baggage allowance. The travel period is attractive, with ideal months such as May being possible. And spending a day in Beijing or Shanghai wouldn’t bother me at all. I’m a big fan of this deal.
Search & Book
Sadly, Google Flights’s calendar is no help at finding available dates. Luckily, Skyscanner‘s calendar can help you out. Enter your preferred route, and then select Flexible dates.
You’ll then be shown the prices for each outbound and inbound date, with the cheapest marked in green. Be aware that Skyscanner doesn’t have all prices loaded. Dates with a magnifying glass could be available as well. Make sure to experiment a bit.
While we recommend using Skyscanner to search for availability, we wouldn’t necessarily recommend it for booking. Booking through a trustable OTA, such as Trip.com (with better customer service and good connections to Air China) should be better than some random OTA. Their website is also more user-friendly (especially for English-speakers) than Air China’s website.
Miles & Points
The tickets should be issued in booking class L on most routes. To give you an example, the non-stop flights from Budapest to Chongqing would get you:
- 3,720 Miles on Air China PhoenixMiles
- 2,774 Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 2,312 Award Miles + 462 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 2,312 AsiaMiles on Asia Miles
- 2,312 Miles on Asiana Club
- 2,312 Miles on Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- 2,312 Award Miles + 120 Points on Miles&More
- 2,312 Award Miles + 1,156 Tier Miles on Avianca LifeMiles
- 2,312 Miles on Copa ConnectMiles
- 2,312 Miles on Ethiopian ShebaMiles
- 2,312 Miles on EVA Infinity MileageLands
- 2,312 Miles on TAP Miles&Go
- 2,312 Miles on Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- 2,312 Miles on Aegean Miles+Bonus
- 2,312 Miles on Air Canada Aeroplan
- 2,312 Miles on Egyptair Plus
- 2,312 Points + 462 SQC on Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
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Destination
Information & Tips for Taipei
Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, offers a mix of modern city life and traditional culture. Key sights include the towering Taipei 101, the bustling night markets like Shilin, and historical spots such as the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The local currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD), and while prices are generally reasonable, especially for food and transport, high-end shopping and hotels can be more expensive. The weather is hot and humid in summer with occasional typhoons, while winters are mild and damp.
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Information & Tips for Chongqing
Thanks to a bit of trickery of the Chinese government, Chongqing is the world’s largest city in population as well as size. It is known for its mountainous terrain, spicy hotpot, and sights like the Dazu Rock Carvings and the Yangtze River cruise. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and mobile payment apps like WeChat Pay and Alipay are widely used, often more than cash or cards. Prices are generally lower than in Beijing or Shanghai, with affordable public transport and food. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, damp summers and mild winters, and frequent fog throughout the year.
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Information & Tips for Seoul
Seoul, South Korea’s vibrant capital, offers a mix of modern and traditional attractions, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and shopping districts like Myeongdong. The local currency is the South Korean won (KRW), and credit cards are widely accepted. The cost of living is moderate, with affordable street food and both budget and high-end dining options. Seoul experiences four distinct seasons: hot and humid summers, cold winters with snow, and mild spring and autumn, making spring and fall ideal times to visit.
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