Traveling from Paris to Beijing: what you need to know
Organizing your flight from Paris to Beijing begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your vacation. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Paris to Beijing flight is 10 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Paris.
The busiest route for flights from Paris to Beijing is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from 19 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from CDG to PEK is the 12:25 Air China option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 23:20 with Air France.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Paris to Beijing flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Paris to Beijing, you can depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Travel from CDG to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) without any stops.
Lock in your Paris to Beijing plane tickets with Air China. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
CDG is around 23 kilometers from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of all flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive on time at their destination.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Paris to Beijing flight, here's where you can stop when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Paris to Beijing? Check in to a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a ticket from Paris to Beijing with a stop or two departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). These are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and Beijing:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
BVA is around 72 kilometers from central Paris. The drive from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Beijing flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
The street address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 40 minutes by car. The center is roughly 26 kilometers away.
Reserve a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Beijing. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore Beijing and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, you may want to book your Paris to Beijing flight even earlier.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 40 kilometers from the center of Beijing. Following your flight from Paris to Beijing, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places to call home for the night near PKX. Unwind after your Paris to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Beijing, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Paris to Beijing ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Beijing around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Paris to Beijing, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are a couple of big attractions to add to your Beijing to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 113 kilometers south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 418 kilometers south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
