Flying from Tokyo to Beijing: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Tokyo. Check out your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to Beijing.
When it comes to landing in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the major entry points.
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Tokyo to Beijing flight.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Tokyo.
Haneda Airport (HND) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 62 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Tokyo to Beijing is with Air China at 21:10. Go for the first HND to PEK departure operated by Hainan Airlines at 02:30 to fit in more activities on your first day in Beijing.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Tokyo to Beijing flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Beijing
Currently, $118 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Beijing. The cheapest price for a return flight is $255. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap Tokyo to Beijing flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Tokyo to Beijing. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Set off from Haneda Airport (HND) and fly right through to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). If you're looking for a direct flight from Tokyo to Beijing out of HND, those are your landing options.
Direct Tokyo to Beijing plane tickets are offered by a variety of airlines at HND. Book your journey with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Tokyo to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
HND is around 9 miles from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Tokyo to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Haneda Airport:
Of the departures from Haneda Airport, 73.52% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Beijing departing from Narita International Airport (NRT). Begin your travels at NRT and step off the plane at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
NRT has a variety of airlines offering direct Tokyo to Beijing plane tickets. Select your favorite seat with any of these carriers:
Break up your Tokyo to Beijing flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Narita International Airport and Beijing are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
NRT is about 40 miles from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal driving from the city center.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Beijing? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 16 miles away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover parts of Beijing that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Increase your chances of scoring a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
PEK is situated at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The center of Beijing is around 25 miles from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Tokyo to Beijing has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Tokyo to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
April is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Beijing. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Beijing in February.
Lock in a Tokyo to Beijing ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 70ºF to 95ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Beijing in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºF and 37ºF on average.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Beijing:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 70 miles to the south-east, its top attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Tai'an is another essential stop in China and is around 260 miles south of Beijing. No journey is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.