Flying from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Hanoi Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport.
Hanoi's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Hanoi one hour behind Beijing.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Vietnam Airlines is the earliest available. Vietnam Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PEK to HAN flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Hanoi (and then seeing more of Vietnam!) is a breeze with Air China. This popular airline offers direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport.
Air China tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a reliable 90.16% of services arriving on schedule, Air China is the most punctual carrier offering PEK to HAN flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEK and HAN:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport flight is Rs38,148. A round-trip fare right now is Rs73,685. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PEK to HAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PEK to HAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of PEK.
Central Beijing to Beijing Capital Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PEK:
Arriving at Hanoi Airport (HAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAN instead:
Pick up a Hanoi Airport rental car and discover corners of Hanoi that most visitors tend to miss. Check out the deals from Dichung Car Rental.
Reserve your vehicle from Hanoi Airport several weeks ahead to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Hanoi Airport, Hanoi is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Hanoi. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Hanoi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEK to HAN in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 23ºC then.