Travelling from Beijing to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Check out your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when organizing your flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport (DRW).
Darwin is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Beijing. Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin, which operates on the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Your flight from Beijing to DRW won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it simple to find a flight from Beijing to DRW with a stopover. To see the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PEK and DRW include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
PEK is approximately 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Daxing International Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to DRW, take it easy in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel near DRW if you're taking a late flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Darwin. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Darwin International Airport, C$293 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,053. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Beijing to DRW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Beijing to Darwin International Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to find a flight within your budget.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Beijing to DRW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price drops.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing to Darwin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Darwin. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Darwin. The warmest month is November. Book your flights from Beijing to DRW during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 34ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 18ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Darwin International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Darwin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Darwin right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport:
Mindil Beach and Crocosaurus Cove are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Darwin itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Crocodylus Park.
Complete your Darwin trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Beijing to Darwin International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Darwin and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
