Travelling from Dubai to Beijing: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Beijing.
Step off your plane in Beijing at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
Around 7 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Dubai to Beijing flight.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is four hours ahead of Dubai.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Beijing is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK). You can choose from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to PEK is the 00:10 Air China service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 11:00 with Emirates.
Leave enough time to get on your Dubai to Beijing flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Beijing
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The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Dubai to Beijing is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Dubai to Beijing, you can leave from Dubai Airport (DXB). Travel from DXB to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) in one seamless trip.
Reserve your Dubai to Beijing plane tickets with Emirates. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from DXB.
We make it simple to book a Dubai to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Airport (CKG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
DXB is around 5 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Beijing, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to Beijing? Relax in a hotel near Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
64% of flights leaving Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Grab a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and discover parts of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise closer to your day of departure.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. Following your flight from Dubai to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near PKX. Kick back after your Dubai to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Beijing in March.
Before locking in your Dubai to Beijing tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Dubai to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're ready to explore another side of China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among its highlights.