Flying from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Beijing: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Wuhan (the location of Wuhan Tianhe International Airport) and Beijing follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 73 flights a week between the two airports, Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the busiest route. China Southern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from WUH to PKX is with China Southern Airlines at 22:00.
Give yourself enough time to make your WUH to Beijing flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Direct Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will be where your journey ends.
You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing, including:
To reach WUH from central Wuhan, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. It's roughly 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a hotel near WUH? If you've booked an early flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from WUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.35% of the time.
WUH is located at Tianhe St.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing flight is $106. The cheapest price for a return flight is $256. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from WUH to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing ticket.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
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Improve your chances of getting the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from WUH to Beijing is a smart idea.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near PKX. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your WUH to Beijing flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
Travel to Beijing during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from WUH to Beijing around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Beijing must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are among its highlights.
