Flying from Tokyo to Beijing: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Tokyo to Beijing. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major entry points.
Hop on a direct Tokyo to Beijing flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, making Beijing one hour behind Tokyo.
With 64 flights a week between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Tokyo to Beijing with Hainan Airlines at 02:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from HND to PEK is with Air China at 21:10.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Tokyo to Beijing flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Beijing
Lock in cheap Tokyo to Beijing flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Beijing is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Beijing leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Start your trip at HND and then fly into Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
These are some of the most popular carriers offering direct Tokyo to Beijing plane tickets with departures from HND:
We make it a breeze to book a Tokyo to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
HND is about 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Tokyo Haneda Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tokyo to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Beijing out of Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Nonstop services from NRT will get you to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK).
NRT has a range of airlines offering direct Tokyo to Beijing plane tickets. Book your seat with any of these:
Break up your Tokyo to Beijing flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Tokyo Narita Airport and Beijing include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Harbin Airport (HRB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Beijing, stay in one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita Airport:
73% of flights out of Tokyo Narita Airport meet their expected arrival time.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Increase your chances of securing the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Beijing has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 40 kilometres from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Tokyo to Beijing, settle in at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beijing in March.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Tokyo to Beijing ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Beijing around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Beijing, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
The Palace Museum and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Hai 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 trip is complete without visiting Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.