Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing is 10 hours 40 minutes.
Beijing is five hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most traveled route, with ten departures a week to choose from. You can fly from IST to PEK at 01:30 with Turkish Airlines.
To avoid missing your IST to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will be where your journey ends.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from IST to Beijing. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near IST. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing flight is R 4,289. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,851. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Beijing.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from IST to Beijing.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Go beyond Beijing and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from IST to Beijing. Prices usually increase closer to your travel date.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing has arrived, 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).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your IST to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should be on any good Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
