Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Around 14 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Beijing.
Choose from seven weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. The 20:20 departure with Air China is the earliest you can take. Air China operates the latest service of the day at 20:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PEK to JFK flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Air China is your gateway to discovering New York (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.
Among carriers operating PEK to JFK flights, Air China has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEK and JFK:
O'Hare International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
R 7,262 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,450. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PEK to JFK.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PEK to JFK.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, data shows 79.67% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Beijing Capital International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PEK:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Book a hotel near JFK if you're catching a late Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the centre of New York has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to explore New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEK to JFK sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.