Beijing Airport Transfer Guide
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 32 km from central Beijing. A pre-booked transfer is the door-to-door option: you book before you fly, the fare is fixed when you book, and the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign.
- Cheapest way in: Airport Express Metro
- Fastest: Airport Express โ 20 min to Dongzhimen
32 km from the city centre
Pre-book your Beijing airport transfer
English-speaking driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign. Fixed prices, flight tracking, free cancellation up to 24h.
- Flight tracking โ delay-aware pickup
- Fixed price ยท no surge ยท free cancellation
- Cars, vans, minibuses for 1โ8 passengers
via Welcome Pickups ยท PEK
Other ways from PEK into Beijing
| Option | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Express (Line 25) to Dongzhimen | 20 min to Dongzhimen | Fastest + reliable |
| Airport Shuttle Line 1 (to Fangzhuang) | 60-90 min | Direct to specific city zones |
| Official airport taxi | 45-90 min (traffic) | Direct + luggage-friendly |
| DiDi (Chinese Uber) | 45-90 min | App-based ยท needs Chinese phone/WeChat |
Fares, frequencies and tips for each option are in our Beijing airport transport guide.
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FAQ
How far is Beijing Capital International Airport from central Beijing?+
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 32 km from central Beijing. Fastest way in: Airport Express โ 20 min to Dongzhimen.
What is the cheapest way from PEK into Beijing?+
Airport Express Metro. Our Beijing airport transport guide compares every option.
Can I pre-book a private transfer from PEK?+
Yes. Welcome Pickups operates in Beijing: you book before you fly, the fare is fixed when you book, and the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign.
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