Flying from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Yichang Airport (YIH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Beijing and Yichang are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 14 Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, pick the 06:40 Hainan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:00 with Air China.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PEK to YIH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Yichang (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport offered by this popular airline.
Air China is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 91.38% of services arriving as planned, Hainan Airlines has the best on-time performance for PEK to YIH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between PEK and YIH include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
Guiyang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Yichang Airport (YIH)
At the moment, $146 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,219. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PEK to YIH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PEK to YIH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience 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 though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PEK:
Arriving at Yichang Airport (YIH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YIH if you're on a late Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
When to fly to Yichang Airport (YIH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Yichang. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Yichang Airport for July if you'd like to visit Yichang during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PEK to YIH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've done Yichang, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 290 kilometres east to Wuhan to check off its must-visit sights. From Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge to East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 499 kilometres west of Yichang, Nanchong is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
