Flying from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Hong Kong.
Flights from HKG to PEK start at 07:25 — the earliest with Cathay Pacific. The last service of the day is at 20:55 with Hong Kong Airlines. In total, there are 102 weekly Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights.
Your HKG to PEK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. When you're ready to start your Beijing holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of China:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Cathay Pacific ranks as the top on-time carrier for HKG to PEK flights, with 88.31% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between HKG and PEK include:
Guangzhou Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Handy information about Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
HKG's address is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong Intl Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Hong Kong Intl Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near HKG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Book a hotel near PEK if you're taking a late Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Increase your chances of securing a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport for June if you'd like to go to Beijing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKG to PEK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Beijing, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to tick off its popular sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are the start of reasons to visit.



