Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is Kuala Lumpur's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) departing from here.
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport flight.
Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services each week. Get from KUL to PEK on Air China's 12:10am departure.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to PEK. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Take the express route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) can be booked from here.
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport with Air China. This popular airline operates departures from KUL.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between KUL and PEK is Air China.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Air China.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PEK leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to PEK flight:
72% of flights departing Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PEK:
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
Central Beijing is around 27 kilometres from Beijing Capital International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport is $151. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $271. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PEK, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Beijing. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to PEK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Capital International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. Around 121 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Tangshan is another essential stop in China and is around 145 kilometres east of Beijing. No journey is complete without visiting Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park.