Flying from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Check out your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Around 3 hours 4 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport.
Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Beijing. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Hainan Airlines at 18:05. Choose the first PEK to KIX departure operated by Juneyao Airlines at 07:25 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to KIX, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX) leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
At PEK, you'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, including:
We make it easy to book a flight from Beijing to KIX that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PEK and KIX include:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) operates nonstop flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
When leaving from PKX, you can pick from a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Beijing to KIX. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
Split up your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Daxing International Airport and KIX are:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from central Beijing in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is approximately 56 kilometres away.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to KIX:
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Osaka. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, R 1,813 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just R 3,543. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Beijing to KIX, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Osaka. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
When booking your flight from Beijing to KIX, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
After locking in your flight from Beijing to Kansai International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are essential stops on your Osaka itinerary.
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