Travelling from Frankfurt to Beijing: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major gateways.
The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Beijing flight is 9 hours 25 minutes.
Beijing is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Beijing is from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK). You can select from 17 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from FRA to PEK is the 14:05 Air China service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:00 with Air China.
To ensure you make it on your Frankfurt to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, 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 high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Beijing
To snag cheap Frankfurt to Beijing flights, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Beijing. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Beijing. From FRA, you can land directly at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK).
Be on the lookout for promotions with Air China. This carrier offers direct Frankfurt to Beijing plane tickets out of FRA.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Frankfurt to Beijing flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near Frankfurt am Main Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
74% of flights that leave from Frankfurt am Main Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Take a moment to recharge during your Frankfurt to Beijing flight with a stopover. Barcelona Airport (BCN) is one of the top options between Hahn Airport and Beijing.
HHN is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing, kick back in one of these hotels near Hahn Airport:
Hahn Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 84% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Beijing Capital Airport rental car and discover parts of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to your day of departure.
PEK is situated at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Central Beijing is located around 40 kilometres from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near PKX. Kick back after your Frankfurt to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing. August is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Book a Frankfurt to Beijing ticket departing in June if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Hai River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without experiencing Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.