Flying from Tehran to Beijing: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Beijing taking off from here.
Arrive in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Tehran to Beijing flight.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, making Beijing four hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tehran to Beijing with China Southern Airlines at 00:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from IKA to PKX is with China Southern Airlines at 00:20.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Tehran to Beijing flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Beijing
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Tehran to Beijing flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Tehran to Beijing.
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Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Begin your journey at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), which offers multiple direct flights from Tehran to Beijing. From IKA, you can fly without any stops to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Lock in your Tehran to Beijing plane tickets with China Southern Airlines. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from IKA.
We make it a cinch to find a Tehran to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To get to IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour if you're going by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Beijing? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly great choice if you have an early departure.
69.19% of flights that depart Imam Khomeini International Airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Tehran to Beijing, nothing beats 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:
Go beyond Beijing and explore places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Increase your chances of scoring a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
PEK is situated at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 40 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Tehran to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After your flight from Tehran to Beijing, rest your head at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tehran to Beijing. April is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Tehran to Beijing ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Tehran to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Beijing, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-visits when exploring Beijing.
Explore more of China
Beijing is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
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.