Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Guangzhou and Beijing share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 150 Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, select the 06:25 Air China flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:15 with Hainan Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CAN to PEK flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Beijing (and then other parts of China) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air China.
Hainan Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for CAN to PEK flights, with 91.3% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between CAN and PEK include:
Hangzhou Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
$144 is the lowest price for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Return flights start from $299. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CAN to PEK if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAN to PEK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
85% of flights departing from Guangzhou Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from CAN.
Guangzhou Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CAN? If you've booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're getting in on a late Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
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To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Beijing. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAN to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to tick off its popular sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without seeing Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.