Flying from Altay Airport (AAT) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 4 hours.
Altay and Beijing are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from AAT to PEK start from 19:45 — the first with Air China. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Air China. Overall, there are seven weekly Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your AAT to PEK flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Beijing (and then seeing more of China!) is a snap with Air China. This popular airline has direct flights from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Air China is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier operating AAT to PEK flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between AAT and PEK include:
Urumqi Airport
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
Korla Airport
Handy information about Altay Airport (AAT)
You'll find AAT at Chafei Section.
When it comes to Altay Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Altay Airport from central Altay, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to AAT:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're arriving on a late Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PEK:
Set your own pace with a Beijing Capital Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
Reserve your ride from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport to central Beijing has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Beijing based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Altay Airport to Beijing Capital Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from AAT to PEK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are key reasons to visit.