Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ADL to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from ADL to Beijing with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
ADL is about 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near ADL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
75.6% of flights that take off from Adelaide Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Beijing
ر.ق. 1,177 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Beijing flight. A return plane ticket starts at ر.ق. 2,412. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ADL to Beijing if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Adelaide Airport to Beijing ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from ADL to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel close to PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Beijing's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from ADL to Beijing. Rates typically rise closer to your date of travel.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ADL to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before scheduling your flights from Adelaide Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Adelaide Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ADL to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Beijing travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without visiting Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
