Travelling from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). Explore the options for leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), the city's main airports.
Take off on a direct Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is located in Wuhan. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Beijing.
With 63 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 7:55am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from PEK to WUH is with Air China at 9:30pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Beijing to WUH.
Flying over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can find a direct flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
When taking off from PEK, you can take a direct flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport with Air China.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PEK and WUH is Air China.
With an impressive 95.0% of services arriving as scheduled, Hainan Airlines is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PEK reach their destination on time.
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Figure out if flying from PKX works better for your plans.
When leaving from PKX, you can pick from a variety of airlines that have direct flights from Beijing to WUH. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
On the PKX to WUH route, China Southern is the top airline in terms of bookings.
China Eastern has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Wuhan Tianhe International Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Beijing to WUH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Most flights that depart Beijing Daxing International Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 89%.
About Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Book a hotel close to WUH if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
You'll find WUH at Tianhe St.
Getting from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to central Wuhan
From Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, central Wuhan is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is 130 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 222 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to WUH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
October is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH), while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Wuhan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Beijing to WUH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Wuhan to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Wuhan
After booking your flight from Beijing to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Wuhan:
Your trip to Wuhan should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower.
Explore more of China
You've seen Wuhan, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 306 kilometres southwest to Changsha to tick off its popular sights. From Yuelu Mountain to Hunan Provincial Museum and Taiping Street, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 290 kilometres southeast of Wuhan, Nanchang is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Yuyuan Garden, Nanchang Star Amusement Park and Nanchang Bridge.