Travelling from Tehran to Beijing: what you need to know
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Beijing jetting off from here.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major entry points.
Book a direct Tehran to Beijing flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
To ensure you don't miss your Tehran to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Beijing
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Tehran to Beijing flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Tehran to Beijing across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
You can find a direct flight from Tehran to Beijing jetting out of Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Board your plane at IKA and then fly into Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
Look out for promotions with Mahan Air. This carrier offers direct Tehran to Beijing plane tickets out of IKA.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Tehran to Beijing flights departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 40 kilometers from the centre of Tehran, IKA can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tehran to Beijing. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that aren't the typical tourist stops. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the best possible rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Tehran to Beijing has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 40 kilometers from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Tehran to Beijing, settle in at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the most popular month for flights from Tehran to Beijing. To skip the crowds, go to Beijing in March.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Tehran to Beijing ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Tehran to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tehran to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometers southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometers south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
