Travelling from Beijing to Tokyo: what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Beijing to Tokyo. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
When planning your arrival in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the major hubs.
3 hours 34 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Beijing to Tokyo. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Beijing.
The busiest route for flights from Beijing to Tokyo is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Haneda Airport (HND). You can select from 138 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to HND is the 07:55 Air China service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 17:30 with Air China.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Beijing to Tokyo. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from China, you will need an embassy visa to enter Japan. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Beijing to Tokyo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Begin your trip at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), which offers multiple direct flights from Beijing to Tokyo. From PEK, you can fly without any stops to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Beijing to Tokyo leaving from PEK include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Beijing to Tokyo leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Tokyo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Another option is to book a direct flight from Beijing to Tokyo departing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Nonstop services from PKX will get you to Haneda Airport (HND).
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to Tokyo are offered by China Eastern Airlines.
Split up your flight from Beijing to Tokyo with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Beijing Capital International Airport and Tokyo are:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from central Beijing in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Beijing to Tokyo? Relax in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near HND if you're catching a late flight from Beijing to Tokyo. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Beijing to Tokyo, expect a drive time of approximately 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Beijing to Tokyo:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Tokyo
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Tokyo is C$203. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$389. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Beijing to Tokyo by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Tokyo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, go to Tokyo in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Beijing to Tokyo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Tokyo sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Tokyo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
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