Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Beijing: what you need to know
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 14 hours ahead of Edmonton.
Allow plenty of time to get on your YEG to Beijing flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
The journey from central Edmonton to YEG takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YEG:
69.55% of flights taking off from Edmonton International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Beijing
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Beijing flight is Rs149,929. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs270,927. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YEG to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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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 about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
Increase the odds of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from YEG to Beijing is a good move.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is located around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PKX. Unwind and get cosy after your YEG to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Beijing in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking an Edmonton International Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another standout destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without dropping by Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.