Flying from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 12 hours 40 minutes.
Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Tijuana and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Hainan Airlines is the earliest available. Hainan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 09:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TIJ to PEK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Hainan Airlines has direct flights from Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Beijing — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
Hainan Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating TIJ to PEK flights, Hainan Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
71% of flights departing from Tijuana Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Tijuana Airport from central Tijuana, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near TIJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Book a hotel near PEK if you're taking a late Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Beijing Capital Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beijing. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Tijuana Airport to Beijing Capital Airport for June if you'd like to explore Beijing during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TIJ to PEK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among its highlights.
