Flying from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 8 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing.
Dubai International Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is four hours ahead of Dubai.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most traveled route, with 21 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from DXB to PEK is with Emirates at 11:00. Go for the first departure operated by Air China at 00:10 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your DXB to Beijing flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can book a direct Dubai International Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your journey at DXB and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Check out the deals with Emirates. This airline operates direct flights from Dubai International Airport to Beijing.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DXB to Beijing with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Beijing
$336 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai International Airport to Beijing flight. A return ticket right now is $423. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book five months before traveling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DXB to Beijing.
The best month for landing cheap Dubai International Airport to Beijing tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 45 minutes by car. The center is roughly 17 miles away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Increase the odds of securing the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from DXB to Beijing is a good idea.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 30 miles from the center of Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DXB to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai International Airport to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Beijing in December.
Before locking in your Dubai International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 64ºF to 99ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Beijing in January when temperatures average between 12ºF and 39ºF.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Dubai International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Beijing. Around 70 miles away to the southeast, popular attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Center.
Around 260 miles south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.
