Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is 8 hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from BHX to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from BHX to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need a visa to visit China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
The journey from central Birmingham to BHX takes about 48 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Beijing
C$495 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$915. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BHX to Beijing. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from BHX to Beijing every day.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Following your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BHX to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Beijing, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from BHX to Beijing sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing, explore our selection of hotels including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Birmingham International Airport to Beijing to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know about car rentals in Beijing, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.