Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 9 hours 40 minutes.
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Beijing six hours ahead of Cairo.
Each week, there are six Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your CAI to PEK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Beijing (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that offers CAI to PEK flights, with 75.44% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and PEK:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hangzhou Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight is $724. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CAI to PEK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of all flights leaving Cairo Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you have a late Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near PEK:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Beijing Capital Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that don't always get the spotlight.
Book your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
From Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beijing. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Cairo Airport to Beijing Capital Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to PEK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tai'an is another well-known destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without a visit to Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.