Flying from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Book a direct Beijing to Kansai International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours.
Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Beijing.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route. There are 29 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Air China at 4:25pm. Choose the first PEK to KIX departure with Hainan Airlines at 7:25am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Beijing to KIX. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport leaving from PEK. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers prefer to fly with Air China from PEK to KIX.
With a reliable 98.36% of services arriving on schedule, Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to KIX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
PEK is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
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79.67% of flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX) plane ticket out of Daxing International Airport (PKX). See if flying from PKX works better for your plans.
When jetting off from PKX, you can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Beijing to KIX. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
On the PKX to KIX route, Juneyao Airlines is the preferred choice of many.
If you're looking for a carrier with a strong punctuality record, book with China Southern Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 100.0% for flights between Daxing International Airport and Kansai International Airport.
Break up your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Daxing International Airport and KIX are:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
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The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport. First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are comfortable choices near KIX.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Currently, R 1,749 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Kansai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,604. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to KIX. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Beijing to Kansai International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
April is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX), while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Beijing to KIX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Kansai International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
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Your visit to Osaka won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Explore more of Japan
Nagoya is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Osaka. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine.
Around 257 kilometres west of Osaka, Hiroshima is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park.
