Flying from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport flight is 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt. Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), with 17 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from FRA to PEK is the 2:05pm Air China service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 8pm with Air China.
Your flight from Frankfurt to PEK won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Take the express route from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) are available from here.
Air China is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport taking off from FRA.
Air China is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from FRA to PEK.
Air China is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to PEK. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
67% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major stopover between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and PEK, it's a good opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can reach HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to PEK flight? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
At the moment, 258 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 527 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to PEK.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
November is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Frankfurt to PEK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Your Beijing trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 121 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in China, consider Tangshan, roughly 145 kilometres east of Beijing. Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park are key reasons to visit.