Traveling from Atlanta to Beijing: what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Beijing departing from here.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major gateways.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Atlanta.
To ensure you catch your Atlanta to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Beijing
To pick up cheap Atlanta to Beijing flights, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Atlanta to Beijing is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Atlanta to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Located around 8 miles from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Atlanta to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
76.64% of flights that take off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reach their destination on time.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes by car. The center is roughly 16 miles away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Beijing. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Beijing's usual tourist stops.
To secure the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 25 miles from central Beijing. Following your flight from Atlanta to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to PKX. Tuck yourself in after your Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Beijing. April is the busiest month for a trip to Beijing. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in an Atlanta to Beijing ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 70ºF to 95ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Atlanta to Beijing in January when temperatures average between 12ºF and 37ºF.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Atlanta to Beijing, browse our range of hotels including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 70 miles south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 260 miles south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
