Beijing, China — Airports
Beijing International
- Airport Code
- PEK
- Full Airport Name
- Beijing Capital International Airport
- Location
- The airport is situated 17 miles (28km) north of Beijing.
- Time Zone
- Local time is GMT +8.
- Phone Number
- Tel: +86 (0)10 6454 1100
- Terminal Transfer
- A shuttle bus service runs between the two terminals.
- Ground Transport
- Beijing's transport system was revamped for the 2008 Olympic Games. Shuttle buses run regularly to the city center (about 45 minutes), Beijing Railway Station and major hotels. Metered taxis are also available, but it is recommended that passengers have their destination written in Chinese to avoid confusion. Traveling time to the city is about an hour.
- Car Rental
- Car rental is available at the airport.
- Airport Taxis
- Taxis from Beijing Capital International Airport are metered and should be about US$12 to most hotels but fees vary. Tips are not expected. The 17 miles (28km) should take about 40 minutes to drive. Avoid taxi drivers that approach customers and instead wait in the taxi line and insist on using the meter.
- Airport Facilities
- There are several bureau de change, a bank and ATMs, as well as telephones, tourist information, numerous shops and duty free, and a business center with Internet access. A food corridor provides a range of eating and drinking options, while an entertainment center offers everything from films to Chinese massage. Facilities for the disabled are good, but passengers should contact their airlines in advance for more information.
- Car Parking
- There is a multi-story car park with ample capacity.
- Departure Tax
- ¥90 (international flights), ¥50 (domestic).
- Website
- en.bcia.com.cn
