Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport.
Beijing is one hour ahead of Bangkok and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 43 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights. The 01:15 departure with Air China is the earliest available. Thai Airways International operates the latest service of the day at 23:50.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BKK to PEK flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Beijing (and then other destinations in China) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Air China is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Thai Airways International ranks as the top on-time carrier for BKK to PEK flights, with 87.88% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BKK and PEK:
Chiang Mai International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Tianfu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Right now, C$133 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$225. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKK to PEK.
The cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BKK to PEK.
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Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital International Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to PEK in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Beijing, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to tick off its top attractions. From Ancient Culture Street to Porcelain house and Haihe River, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key highlights.