Travelling from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Osaka.
Choose from 26 weekly Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. The 09:05 departure with Air China is the earliest available. Air China operates the last service of the day at 17:10.
Give yourself enough time to make your KIX to PEK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as November? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, so jetting to Beijing (and then exploring more of China!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Air China is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Air China ranks as the top on-time carrier for KIX to PEK flights, with 80.29% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KIX and PEK:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Incheon International Airport
Dalian Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
158 € is currently the best price for a one-way Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. A return flight starts from 305 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from KIX to PEK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Of all flights departing from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to KIX:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're coming in on a late Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
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To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically go up as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
From Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beijing. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KIX to PEK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you want to check out another major destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among the biggest draws.
