Flying from Zhengzhou Airport (CGO) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Zhengzhou and Beijing are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. The 09:05 departure with Air China is the earliest flight you can take. Air China operates the latest service of the day at 18:15.
To ensure you catch your CGO to PEK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as May, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Beijing (and then seeing more of China!) is a snap with Air China. This popular airline offers direct flights from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air China on this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that operates CGO to PEK flights. An impressive 90.16% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CGO and PEK include:
Dalian Airport
Hohhot Airport
Yantai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zhengzhou Airport (CGO) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Currently, $331 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $693. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGO to PEK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CGO to PEK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Zhengzhou Airport (CGO)
You'll find CGO at Ping'an Rd.
Zhengzhou Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from CGO arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Zhengzhou Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Zhengzhou. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CGO:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
If you're coming in on a late Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Go beyond Beijing and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
From Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The quietest month for a flight from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Beijing based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Zhengzhou Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CGO to PEK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 113 kilometres south-east to Tianjin to tick off its leading attractions. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are key highlights.
