Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Beijing 13 hours ahead of Durham.
Give yourself enough time to make your RDU to PEK flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and PEK:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight is $802. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,526. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from RDU to PEK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to PEK.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Pick up a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Book your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance to get the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to PEK around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.