Flying from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, making Beijing one hour behind Tokyo.
Each week, there are 16 Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. To get going early, select the 13:55 Hainan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:15 with Air China.
Leave plenty of time to catch your NRT to PEK flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as May, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, so jetting to Beijing (and then seeing more of China!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Spring Japan.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that offers NRT to PEK flights. A reliable 82.64% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between NRT and PEK:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Incheon International Airport
Harbin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight is $266. A round-trip fare is currently $562. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NRT to PEK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to Tokyo Narita Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Tokyo to Tokyo Narita Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to NRT:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you're on a late Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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Increase the odds of scoring a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Beijing based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Beijing Capital Airport for June if you want to explore Beijing during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NRT to PEK in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tai'an is another must-experience destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without dropping by Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.



