Getting to Beijing is easier than ever. As China's capital and one of the country's leading international gateways, the city is served by two world-class international airports and one of the world's most extensive high-speed rail networks, making it easily accessible from destinations around the globe and across China.

Whether you're flying in from abroad, connecting through another Chinese city, or arriving by high-speed train, Beijing offers fast, convenient and well-connected transportation options to help you start your journey with ease.

Flying to Beijing
International flights arrive at one of Beijing's two airports:
• Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) — the city's primary international gateway, located northeast of downtown.
• Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) — Beijing's newest airport, renowned for its award-winning architecture and efficient design, located south of the city.
Both airports offer modern immigration facilities, multilingual services, currency exchange, SIM card services, luggage storage, and convenient connections to public transportation.

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Of Beijing’s two international airports, Capital Airport handles the majority of the city’s international flights, and is closer to many of the city's central districts and major attractions.
Airport Express
The Airport Express is the fastest and most reliable way to reach downtown Beijing.
• Travel time: 25-30 minutes
• Fare: 25 yuan ($3.70)/person
• Direct connections to Beijing's subway network make it easy to continue to hotels and attractions across the city

Airport Shuttle Bus
Airport buses provide direct service to major destinations including:
• Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station
• Beijing West Railway Station
• Beijing South Railway Station
• Beijing Qinghe Railway Station
• Badaling Great Wall
• Travel time: approximately 40-70 minutes, depending on destination
• Fare: 15-80 yuan
Several routes also operate late into the night.

Taxi & ride-hailing
Taxis and ride-hailing services are available 24 hours a day.
• Travel time to central Beijing: 40-50 minutes (longer during rush hour)
• Estimated fare: 80-110 yuan, plus expressway tolls

Transit sightseeing tours
International travelers eligible for China's visa-free transit policy can take advantage of Beijing Capital Airport's dedicated cultural tourism services at Terminal 3.
Passengers with layovers of eight hours or longer can book short sightseeing tours featuring attractions such as:
• The Great Wall
• Beijing’s hutong
• Evening city tours
The service also provides multilingual assistance, interpretation equipment, and a cultural exhibition area, allowing travelers to experience Beijing without venturing far from the airport.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Opened in 2019, Daxing International Airport is one of the world's most advanced aviation hubs, celebrated for its striking architecture and highly efficient passenger experience.
Daxing Airport Express
The airport express provides the quickest connection to the city.
• Travel time: 19 minutes to connect with Beijing’s subway network at Caoqiao Station
• Fare: 35 yuan
From Caoqiao Station, travelers can easily transfer to Beijing's subway network.

Beijing–Xiong'an Intercity High-Speed Railway
The railway connects Daxing Airport Station directly with Beijing West Railway Station.
• Travel time: 20-28 minutes
• Fare: 25 yuan

Airport shuttle bus, taxis and ride-hailing
Airport shuttle buses serve major districts including Haidian, Fengtai, and Tongzhou, while taxis and ride-hailing services provide convenient door-to-door transportation throughout the city.
Travel time to central Beijing is typically around 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Arriving by high-speed train
For travelers already in China, high-speed train is one of the fastest, most comfortable, and most environmentally friendly ways to reach Beijing.
Beijing is served by six major high-speed rail stations:
• Beijing South Railway Station — the main arrival station for high-speed services from Shanghai, Tianjin, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Suzhou, and other cities in eastern China.
• Beijing West Railway Station — serving routes from Xi'an, Zhengzhou, Wuhan, Changsha, Guangzhou, and many destinations in central and western China.
• Beijing Railway Station — serving both conventional and selected high-speed rail services.
• Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station — gateway for services from northeastern China, including Harbin and Shenyang.
• Beijing Fengtai Railway Station — an important hub for services from southern and southwestern China.
• Beijing North Railway Station — serving routes to cities in northern Shanxi and Hebei, and Inner Mongolia in northern China, including Zhanjiakou, Datong and Hohhot.
All stations are connected to Beijing's subway system, making onward travel convenient.

Booking high-speed train tickets
High-speed train tickets can be purchased through China's official railway booking platform, 12306, which offers an English-language interface and accepts passport registration for international travelers. Many overseas visitors also book tickets through international travel platforms before arriving in China.
Travel tips
• Check which airport your airline uses before booking your trip, as international flights operate from both Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
• If speed and reliability are your priorities, airport express trains are generally the quickest way to reach downtown while avoiding road traffic.
• If your international layover is eight hours or longer, consider joining in a transit sightseeing tour to experience some of the city's highlights before your next flight.
• Both international airports provide seamless connections to Beijing's extensive subway and rail networks, making it easy to continue your journey anywhere in the city or beyond.

Your Beijing journey begins
Whether you arrive by air or high-speed train, Beijing's integrated transportation network makes reaching the city simple and efficient. Within an hour of arrival, you can be exploring imperial palaces, wandering centuries-old hutong, savoring local cuisine, or setting out for the Great Wall. However you choose to travel, Beijing is ready to welcome you from the moment you arrive.