Flying from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) departing from either of these bases.
Book a direct Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Ningbo's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Ningbo Lishe International Airport is located in Ningbo.
With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 8:25am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from PEK to NGB is with Air China at 9:10pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Beijing to NGB.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) can be booked from this terminal.
Air China is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport jetting out of PEK.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PEK and NGB is Air China.
With an impressive 81.09% of services arriving as scheduled, Air China is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Travelling from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PEK land on time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Decide if leaving from PKX is a better fit for your trip.
A wide selection of airlines operate direct flights from Beijing to NGB leaving from PKX. Book your favourite window or aisle seat with any of these carriers and you'll get there before you realise it:
China Eastern is the top choice for bookings on the PKX to NGB route.
Flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Ningbo Lishe International Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with China United Airlines than with any other carrier.
You can reach PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to NGB flight:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 89% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB)
If you have a late flight from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near NGB:
You'll find NGB at 017 County Rd..
Getting from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to central Ningbo
Ningbo Lishe International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Ningbo. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB)
$510 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport. A return flight starts from $788. These fares may change based on availability.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. October is the quietest month to visit Ningbo. January is when most people book flights from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Ningbo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Beijing to NGB plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC.
More about Ningbo
Start your Ningbo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Ningbo Lishe International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Old Bund and Baolin Temple are a couple of major attractions to add to your Ningbo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sanjiangkou.
Explore more of China
Ningbo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 153 kilometres north of Ningbo, a trip to Shanghai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Around 177 kilometres northwest of Ningbo, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.