Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Brussels, where Brussels Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can select from ten weekly services between these two airports. Hainan Airlines offers a 09:00 departure between BRU and PEK.
To avoid missing your BRU to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Brussels Airport to Beijing ticket. Start your trip at BRU and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Hainan Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Brussels Airport to Beijing.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BRU to Beijing with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
71.97% of flights leaving from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Beijing
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels Airport to Beijing flight is R 6,045. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,953. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BRU to Beijing. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Brussels Airport to Beijing ticket.
Picking up a cheap flight from BRU to Beijing couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a new discount appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Book a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go beyond Beijing and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To secure the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from BRU to Beijing. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Following your BRU to Beijing flight, unwind at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Brussels Airport to Beijing in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Brussels Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Brussels Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should be on every Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another essential stop in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
