Flying from Dali City Airport (DLU) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Dali City and Beijing share the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
You can choose from 14 weekly Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Air China is the earliest available. Air China operates the latest service of the day at 20:10.
To ensure you get on your DLU to PEK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Air China offers direct flights from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Beijing — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
Air China is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that offers DLU to PEK flights. A dependable 87.9% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DLU and PEK:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
Chongqing Airport
Xi An Xianyang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dali City Airport (DLU) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
$772 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,782. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from DLU to PEK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DLU to PEK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.
Handy information about Dali City Airport (DLU)
You'll find DLU at Airport Rd..
83% of flights leaving Dali City Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DLU.
Central Dali City to Dali City Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near DLU:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Set your own pace with a Beijing Capital Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Beijing and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Beijing in March.
When reserving your flight from Dali City Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DLU to PEK sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
