Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BWI to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BWI to Beijing with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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BWI is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BWI:
Of all flights departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Beijing
₹ 51,120 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 112,743. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BWI to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from BWI to Beijing. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BWI to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing. August is the most popular month to visit Beijing. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BWI to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 4ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're eager to discover another corner of China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among its highlights.