Travelling from Beijing to Orlando: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Beijing to Orlando. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
Hop off the plane at Orlando's chief entry point, Orlando International Airport (MCO).
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Beijing.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Beijing to Orlando flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Orlando
To pick up cheap Beijing to Orlando flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Beijing to Orlando.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Beijing to Orlando by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Beijing to Orlando flights.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Beijing to Orlando flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Orlando? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
79.67% of flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport make it to their destination on time.
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
PKX is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to Orlando, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Most flights that depart Daxing International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to MCO if you have a late flight from Beijing to Orlando. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Orlando International Airport rental car and discover Orlando and beyond with your own wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Beijing to Orlando flight.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is around 31 kilometres from central Orlando. Once you've hopped off your flight from Beijing to Orlando, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB will help you save.
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Orlando. July is the most popular month to travel to Orlando. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book a Beijing to Orlando ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Orlando around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Orlando, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are must-visits when exploring Orlando.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Orlando. Around 209 kilometres to the north, check out popular attractions including Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.