Travelling from Orlando to Beijing: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Beijing departing from here.
Hop off your plane in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Orlando and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Orlando to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Beijing
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Orlando to Beijing flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Orlando to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To reach MCO from central Orlando, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Orlando to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore parts of Beijing that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. After your flight from Orlando to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Orlando to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
April is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Beijing. To escape the crowds, head to Beijing in February.
Book an Orlando to Beijing ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Orlando to Beijing, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without experiencing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.