Flying from Dallas to Beijing: what you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Dallas to Beijing.
When choosing where to land in Beijing, Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Dallas.
To ensure you get on your Dallas to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Beijing
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Dallas to Beijing flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Dallas to Beijing across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Dallas to Beijing.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
We make it simple to find a Dallas to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to PEK if you have a late flight from Dallas to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your date of travel.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 40 kilometres from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Dallas to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your Dallas to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Beijing. To skip the crowds, go to Beijing in March.
Before locking in your Dallas to Beijing tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Beijing, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-visits when exploring Beijing.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without seeing Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
