Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Beijing: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Beijing is one hour behind Seoul, where Incheon International Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most traveled route, with 60 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from ICN to PEK is with Korean Air at 23:55. Choose the first departure with Korean Air at 07:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your ICN to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Start your trip at ICN and fly nonstop to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Incheon International Airport to Beijing tickets.
These are some of the top carriers offering direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Beijing:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from ICN to Beijing with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
ICN is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ICN:
Of the departures from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Beijing
Rs21,618 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs39,888. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ICN to Beijing if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Incheon International Airport to Beijing across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Locking in a cheap flight from ICN to Beijing is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find a cheap flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore parts of Beijing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Increase your likelihood of getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from ICN to Beijing is a wise move.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ICN to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Plan your trip to Beijing during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Incheon International Airport to Beijing in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Incheon International Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ICN to Beijing around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Beijing, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
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 Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.