Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Beijing: what you need to know
Around 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Beijing.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is eight hours ahead of Dublin.
With four weekly flights between the two airports, Dublin Airport (DUB) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Board Hainan Airlines's 11:10 flight to get your trip from DUB to PEK underway.
For a stress-free journey, 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 DUB to Beijing flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Dublin Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll arrive.
Hainan Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Dublin Airport to Beijing.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from DUB to Beijing. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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The journey from central Dublin to DUB takes about 2 hours 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Beijing
R 5,107 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is R 9,357. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap flights from DUB to Beijing, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Dublin Airport to Beijing tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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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.
If you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from DUB to Beijing is a good move.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Dublin Airport to Beijing has hit the tarmac, you can get 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 to rest your head close to PKX. Kick back and get cosy after your DUB to Beijing flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dublin Airport to Beijing in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Dublin Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dublin Airport to Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
You've done Beijing, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to check off its top sights. From Porcelain house to Haihe River and Italian Style Town, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Tai'an is another must-experience destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.