Traveling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): what you need to know
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Beijing two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your CCU to PEK flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CCU and PEK:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
$266 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Return flights start from $394. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CCU to PEK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
75.9% of flights that depart Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport from central Kolkata, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CCU:
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore parts of Beijing that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital International Airport to central Beijing has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometers away.
When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport for July if you want to go to Beijing during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to PEK in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 113 kilometers south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometers south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are among the biggest draws.