Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing: what you need to know
Approximately 11 hours 38 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 7 hours ahead of Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from 33 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to PEK is the 13:55 Air China option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:15 with Air China.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from FRA to Beijing.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll be landing.
Air China is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from FRA to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Germany. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing.
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing is ر.ق. 1,172. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,195. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FRA to Beijing.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to PEK if you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PKX. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from FRA to Beijing at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing. To escape the crowds, travel to Beijing in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from FRA to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Beijing to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Beijing and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Frankfurt Airport to Beijing.
