Flying from Philadelphia to Beijing: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Beijing leaving from here.
Touch down in Beijing at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you catch your Philadelphia to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Beijing
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Philadelphia to Beijing flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Beijing is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to book a Philadelphia to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 11 kilometers from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
77% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometers away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Beijing. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and explore parts of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Increase the odds of getting the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 40 kilometers from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Philadelphia to Beijing has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Philadelphia to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beijing in March.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to Beijing tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometers to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometers south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
