Flying from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Beijing. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport flight.
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Beijing. Busan Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Choose from 7 direct services each week. Korean Air operates a 2:50am departure between PEK and PUS.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to PUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can take a direct flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
When taking off from PEK, you can take a direct flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport with Air China.
Air China is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PEK to PUS.
With an impressive 97.44% of services arriving as scheduled, Korean Air leads the way in punctuality on this route.
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
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81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Beijing Daxing International Airport and PUS include:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Beijing to PUS flight? Check in to a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 87% of flights departing here land when expected.
About Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport flight.
Getting from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Busan Gimhae International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Busan. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
$133 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport. Return flights start from $245. These fares can change based on availability.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Beijing to PUS.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS). February is the most popular month to visit Busan. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
The warmest month in Busan is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Beijing to PUS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Busan
After booking your flight from Beijing to Busan Gimhae International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Busan:
Your Busan trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Busan, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Travel around 193 kilometres northwest to Daejeon to tick off its top sights. From National Science Museum to Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Gwangju is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 193 kilometres west of Busan. No trip is complete without dropping by World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.
