Travelling from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Edmonton is 14 hours behind Beijing. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Beijing to YEG. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Beijing to YEG that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEK and YEG include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Central Beijing to PEK is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
You're off on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to YEG:
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, Edmonton is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
C$663 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,379. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Beijing to YEG. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Edmonton. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Beijing to YEG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Edmonton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Edmonton right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Edmonton International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Edmonton is to explore its leading attractions. Essential stops include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
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