Travelling from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when organising your flight from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT).
Jump on a direct Beijing to Narita International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Beijing. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Air China at 2:30pm. Opt for the first PEK to NRT departure operated by Hainan Airlines at 7:20am if you'd rather not wait around.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Beijing to NRT.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT) operate out of this terminal.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to Narita International Airport leaving from PEK include:
Air China is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PEK to NRT.
Among carriers operating on this route, Hainan Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to NRT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Narita International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to Narita International Airport, browse these options when departing from Daxing International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from central Beijing in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is approximately 56 kilometres away.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to NRT flight:
The majority of flights that depart Daxing International Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Narita International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Explore without limits with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and chase adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Beijing to Narita International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT)
Rs22,215 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Narita International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs53,138. These prices can change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT)
April is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Narita International Airport (NRT), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Beijing to NRT flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Narita International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Station and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Nagoya will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine.
Shizuoka is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 209 kilometres south-west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without a visit to Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Garden and Uomachi Inari Shrine.