Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is 14 hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Beijing observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SLC to Beijing flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SLC to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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SLC is around 8 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SLC? If you're catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Salt Lake City International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.4% of flights that take off from SLC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Beijing
$1,565 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is $2,891. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from SLC to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across every month and land an incredible deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from SLC to Beijing. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SLC to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Travel to Beijing during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SLC to Beijing around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Beijing right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without visiting Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
