Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Beijing flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur and Beijing are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to {"defaultCase":"Daxing International Airport","accusativeCase":"Daxing International Airport","nominativeCase":"Daxing International Airport","dativeCase":"Daxing International Airport"} (PKX). You'll find 19 services connecting these two airports every week.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Beijing flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Set out from KUL and then touch down at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Direct Kuala Lumpur to Beijing plane tickets are available from a variety of airlines at KUL. Take flight with one of these carriers:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Kuala Lumpur to Beijing flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
KUL is about 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a handy hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 16 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Go beyond Beijing and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise as your departure date approaches.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 40 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your Kuala Lumpur to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. April is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to Beijing ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-visits when exploring Beijing.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are highlights.