Flying from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Guilin Airport (KWL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport.
Guilin's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.
Flights from PEK to KWL start at 06:40 — the first with Air China. The last service of the day is at 17:30 with Air China. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PEK to KWL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Guilin (and then seeing more of China!) is a snap with Air China. This popular carrier has direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport.
Air China is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
With an impressive 95.04% of services arriving on schedule, Air China is the most punctual carrier for PEK to KWL flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PEK and KWL:
Hangzhou Airport
Xi An Xianyang Airport
Nanking / Nanjing Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Guilin Airport (KWL)
Right now, $157 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $361. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PEK to KWL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport.
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Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PEK.
To reach Beijing Capital Airport from central Beijing, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PEK:
Arriving at Guilin Airport (KWL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KWL instead:
Getting from Guilin Airport (KWL) to central Guilin
KWL is located at 306 Provincial Rd..
From Guilin Airport, Guilin is approximately 27 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guilin Airport (KWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Guilin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Guilin Airport for August if you'd like to go to Guilin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEK to KWL in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guilin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometers south-east of Guilin, a trip to Guangzhou will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
Around 483 kilometers south-east of Guilin, Shenzhen is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.