There are two big airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) that was newly opened in Sept. 2019 and is currently the largest single-structure airport in the world.
Beijing Capital International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the main international airport serving the city of Beijing in People’s Republic of China. It is the world’s busiest airport and the largest Chinese airport.
1. LOCATION: Beijing Capital Airport is located 32 km (20 miles) northeast of city center, at Chaoyang-Sunyi District.
2. TERMINALS: At Beijing Capital Airport there are three terminals.
Terminal 1: It is the smallest terminal at Beijing Airport since it serves only domestic flights to major Chinese cities.
Terminal 2: It manages international and domestic flights.
Terminal3: It is also named Dragon Terminal, handling both international and domestic flights.
3. SERVICES:
At Beijing Capital Airport, passengers can find the following services:
- Restaurants and cafés
- Shops and Duty Free
- Baggage Trolleys
- Bank
- Currency Exchange
- Dressing Rooms
- Meeting points
- Hotel Information
- Medical Services
- Post Office
4. TRANSPORTATION:
AIRPORT EXPRESS
Transfer by rail to the city centre by Beijing Airport Express.
SHUTTLE BUS
Shuttle bus is a good option to get to Beijing city centre.
BUS
From Beijing Airport passengers have several bus options.
TAXI
It is possible to get within 50 minutes to downtown Beijing from PEK Airport by taxi.
CAR RENTAL
Renting a car in Beijing Capital Airport is a good idea to move around. Check our search engine to find the best offers!
5. CONTACT:
Address: Shunyi, Beijing, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Telephone: 86-10-96158
Email: services@bcia.com.cn
For more information: https://www.beijing-airport.com/
Beijing Daxing International Airport
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the biggest airport in the world and is also the second international airport of Beijing along with Beijing Capital International airport. The airport is designed to serve the Chinese capital and the neighboring areas of Hebei and Tianjin.
1. LOCATION: Daxing, Beijing & Guangyang, Langfang (Hebei). With 46km-distance from Tiananmen Square, a 67km-distance from Beijing International Airport and a 26km-distance from Langfang City Center.
2. TERMINAL: The terminal building is the second biggest of the world after the New Istanbul Airport’s Terminal. In the future, a second terminal (South Terminal) is planned to be constructed as the annual airport’s passenger traffic is projected to rise to more than 100 million in the long run.
3. SERVICES:
- 5G Wi-Fi
- Airport Lounges
- Airport Ambassadors (Information Desks)
- ATMs - Banks
- Baby Facilities – Children Area
- Check-in Self Service – Smart Safety Control Technology
- Custom Declaration
- Customs Prohibited Good
- Daxing Airport Hotel - Aerotel
- Flights Connection Convenience
- Foreign Exchange Currency
- Easily Reachable Gates
- Eco-Friendly Airport
- Lost & Found
- Luggage Services
- Medical Rooms
- Mobile Phone Charging Points
- Parking
- Post Services
- Smoking Policy
- Special Needs Passengers
- Tax Refund Services
- Temporary Flight Certificate
- Traditional Chinese Gardens
- Travel Experiences
- Travel Insurance
- Toilets
- VIP Services
- Yoga Room
4. TRANSPORTATION:
Subway
The fastest way to travel is without any doubt the New Daxing Airport Express Line. Travelling up to 160km/h, the fastest trains in China will get you to Caoqiao Station – a 40km distance – in only 19 minutes, costing you 35 RMB (4.4€ / 4.8$) at maximum for an ordinary ticket or 50 RMB (6.3€ / 7$) if you travel business class. In the near future, the transit Line 20 (Line R4) will also be added to the existing network.
Train
The Beijing–Xiong’an intercity railway links Daxing airport to Beijing West Railway Station. The bullet trains need about 20-35 minutes to traverse the distance in question while the cost for a second class ticket is 30 RMB (3.8€ / 4.2$).
Bus
You will find 6 local bus lines connecting Daxing airport to the city of Beijing. Xinghang Lines 1-5 connect the airport to the major Beijing hubs while Xinghang Line 6 operates during the night shift. The bus ticket price is 40RMB (5€ / 5.5$).
Taxi
Travelling in comfort, at the back of your seat, Daxing airport taxis will get you to your destination in Beijing in about 80 minutes, with the average fare to be about 220 RMB (29€ / 30.5$) without taking into account the possible waiting-time surcharges. However, you should always be aware of the notorious Beijing traffic jams.
Private Airport Transfers
Many private airport transfer operators are present at Beijing Daxing airport, purveying top-rated services from and to PKX airport. Enjoy a hassle-free ride to your accommodation in Beijing, having your personal driver waiting for you at the Arrivals area, handling your luggage and transferring you to Beijing city fast and comfortably.
Car Hires
Do you want to be completely independent and travel by your own car? In Daxing airport, you will find plenty of car hire companies which can provide you with the vehicle of your choice. All the known car rental companies available at Daxing airport are: Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Alamo, Europcar, Budget and Sixt.
Daxing Airport to Beijing City
There will be multiple transfer options from Daxing airport to Beijing city center. Travellers will have a plethora of transportation means, from budget-friendly to the most exceptional private transfer car services. In fact, Daxing airport will be served by Taxis, Subway, Trains, Buses as well as private car hire companies.
Daxing Airport to Tianjin
Tianjin is one of the major Chinese cities with significant industry presence and is considered as an important port hub. Therefore, the Daxing airport-Tianjin connection is certainly seen as necessary. So, how can passengers reach Tianjin city center from the new Daxing airport?
Daxing Airport to Beijing Capital Airport
Travelers who wish to get to Beijing Capital airport from Daxing airport have 3 available options apart from traveling by car: Daxing airport shuttle buses, taxis and a combination of 3 subway lines.
5. CONTACT:
Airport Call Center: 86-10-96158
Airport Complaint Line: 86-10-96158
Medical Center / Emergency Line: 86-10-81682120
Parking: 86-10-81688331
Post Office: 86-10-64592056
Lost & Found: 86-10-96158
Luggage Storage: 86-10-81688538/ 86-10-81688539
Luggage Tracking: 86-10-96158
Luggage Handling: 86-10-4008855100
Daxing Airport Taxis: 86-10-81688333
Daxing Airport Shuttle Buses: 86-10-81698565
Daxing Airport Subway: 86-10-87837266
Daxing Airport Railway: 12306
For more information: https://daxing-pkx-airport.com/