Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Beijing: what you need to know
Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Kansas City.
Allow plenty of time to get on your MCI to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from MCI to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Kansas City, MCI can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel near MCI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81.34% of flights leaving Kansas City International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from MCI.
The address for MCI is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Beijing
R 9,669 is currently the best price for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Beijing flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 20,956. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from MCI to Beijing, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover parts of Beijing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Check out the deals from Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from MCI to Beijing. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
After stepping off your MCI to Beijing flight, unwind at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Visit Beijing during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Kansas City International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCI to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Beijing, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
