Flying from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) leaving from either of these.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport flight.
Changsha Huanghua International Airport is located in Changsha. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Beijing.
With 93 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from PEK to CSX is with Hainan Airlines at 11:05pm.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Beijing to CSX. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can find a direct flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
When leaving from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport with Air China.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Air China between PEK and CSX.
Hainan Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 17 miles from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PEK land on schedule 81% of the time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Thinking of flying out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)? Direct Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to CSX. Here's a list of carriers that'll take you straight to where you're headed from PKX:
On the PKX to CSX route, China Southern is the preferred choice of many.
Book with Xiamen Airlines if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Changsha Huanghua International Airport arrive as scheduled 96.02% of the time.
PKX is around 30 miles from central Beijing. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to CSX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 87% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
Consider booking a hotel near CSX if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
CSX is located at Changsha Ave.
Getting from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) to central Changsha
From Changsha Huanghua International Airport, central Changsha is around 17 miles away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport is $89. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $171. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Beijing to CSX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Changsha. February is when most people book flights from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Changsha is August, with temperatures ranging between 73ºF and 99ºF. Book your Beijing to CSX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 32ºF and 59ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Changsha
After booking your flight from Beijing to Changsha Huanghua International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Changsha:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Yuelu Mountain, Hunan Provincial Museum and Mawangdui Han Tombs are essential stops on your Changsha itinerary.
Explore more of China
Wuhan is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Changsha. Around 180 miles away to the north, its best attractions include Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Nanchang, roughly 160 miles east of Changsha. Yuyuan Garden, Nanchang Star Amusement Park and Nanchang Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.