Flying from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Beijing has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is 14 hours behind Beijing. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton.
Your flight from Beijing to YEG won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Beijing to YEG with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEK and YEG include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
In search of a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
79.67% of flights that take off from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to YEG flight:
Most flights that depart Daxing International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Beijing to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
The centre of Edmonton is around 27 kilometres from Edmonton International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Right now, 504 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 871 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to YEG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Beijing to Edmonton International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Beijing to YEG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
Save money on your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). July is the peak month for travel to Edmonton. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in May.
Before locking in your Beijing to YEG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Edmonton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Edmonton right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory are must-do's during your Edmonton adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres south of Edmonton, a visit to Calgary will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Red Deer is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton. No journey is complete without visiting Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
