Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 9 hours 10 minutes.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, making Beijing seven hours ahead of Budapest.
Every week, there are five Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. To be on board early, go for the 11:25 Air China flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:20 with Air China.
To ensure you catch your BUD to PEK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Beijing (and then discovering more of China!) is a breeze with Air China. This popular airline offers direct flights from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air China on this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that operates BUD to PEK flights. A reliable 97.22% of its services on this route land on time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUD and PEK:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Vienna Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
$530 is currently the best price for a one-way Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,017. These prices may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from BUD to PEK by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BUD touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
Central Budapest to Budapest Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're arriving on a late Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Venture beyond Beijing and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport to central Beijing has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Beijing based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Budapest Airport to Beijing Capital Airport for June if you want to visit Beijing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUD to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.