Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Beijing.
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Toronto.
To avoid rushing for your YYZ to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Start your trip at YYZ and fly straight to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That will be your arrival point when searching for Pearson International Airport to Beijing tickets.
Hainan Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Beijing.
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to YYZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Beijing
ر.ق. 1,732 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,985. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from YYZ to Beijing by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
October is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Pearson International Airport to Beijing tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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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.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Pearson International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Venture beyond Beijing and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from YYZ to Beijing. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Pearson International Airport to Beijing has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
After stepping off your YYZ to Beijing flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before locking in your flights from Pearson International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Pearson International Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Pearson International Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should be on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another well-known destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without visiting Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
