Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is eight hours ahead of Porto, where Porto Airport is located. Beijing runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your OPO to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from OPO to Beijing, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central Porto to OPO takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near OPO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
74.49% of flights departing from Porto Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Beijing
Rs96,955 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to Beijing flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs185,847. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from OPO to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Porto Airport to Beijing ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from OPO to Beijing.
Find an affordable flight from Porto Airport to Beijing with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Look into staying at a hotel close to PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Porto Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Set your own pace with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Beijing's usual tourist stops.
Increase your likelihood of getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from OPO to Beijing is a smart move.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Porto Airport to Beijing has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near PKX. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your OPO to Beijing flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Travel to Beijing in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Porto Airport to Beijing in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your Porto Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from OPO to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
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 Porto Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top sights which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another essential stop in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without experiencing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
