Flying from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Istanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) leaving from here.
Hop on a direct Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 5 minutes.
Beijing is five hours ahead of Istanbul. Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), with 11 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from IST to PEK is the 1:30am Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 2:55pm with Air China.
Your flight from Istanbul to PEK won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) can be booked from here.
When taking off from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IST and PEK is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to PEK that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and PEK include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and PEK include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to PEK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
77% of flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PEK:
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
From Beijing Capital International Airport, central Beijing is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
R 5,028 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport. A return flight starts from R 9,171. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to PEK, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to PEK.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Visit Beijing in November if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Istanbul to PEK plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Beijing Capital International Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Beijing when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Forbidden City followed by Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.
Tangshan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 145 kilometres east of Beijing. No journey is complete without visiting Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park.