Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Beijing: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Dallas.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DFW to Beijing flight.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from DFW to Beijing. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
DFW is around 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving 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 using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to DFW? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Beijing
R 6,969 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 16,103. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from DFW to Beijing if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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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 about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
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Give yourself a better shot at snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from DFW to Beijing is a wise move.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
There are some great places ready to welcome you near PKX. Unwind and get cosy after your DFW to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before securing your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DFW to Beijing around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Beijing must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
