Travelling from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) when planning your flight from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU).
The average length of a direct Beijing to Jeju International Airport flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Jeju is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Beijing. Jeju International Airport is located in Jeju.
The busiest route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Jeju International Airport (CJU). Take your pick of 8 direct services every week. Jeju Air operates a 2:40am departure between PEK and CJU.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to CJU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU) operate from here.
At PEK, you'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Beijing to Jeju International Airport, such as:
Most travellers choose to fly with Korean Air from PEK to CJU.
Korean Air is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 93.33% of services arriving on schedule.
Travelling from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Jeju International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Beijing Capital International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart PEK land on time.
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Figure out if flying from PKX works better for your plans.
Catch your direct flight from Beijing to CJU with Spring Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of PKX.
On the PKX to CJU route, Spring Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with Spring Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 100.0% for flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Jeju International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to CJU flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Most flights that depart Beijing Daxing International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 87%.
About Jeju International Airport (CJU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Jeju International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CJU instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Beijing to Jeju International Airport flight.
Getting from Jeju International Airport (CJU) to central Jeju
Jeju International Airport to the centre of Jeju is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Jeju International Airport is $116. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $232. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Beijing to CJU. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU)
January is when most people book flights from Beijing to Jeju International Airport (CJU). Plan your visit to Jeju in December for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Beijing to CJU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Jeju to range from 22ºC to 30ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Jeju International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Jeju
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jeju right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Jeju International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hamdeok Beach, Cherry blossom tunnel and Seoubong Trail are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Jeju itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Jeju will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. About 193 kilometres north of Jeju, a visit to Gwangju will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Korea, consider Jeonju, roughly 257 kilometres north of Jeju. Royal Portrait Museum, Korea Traditional Culture Centre and Jeondong Cathedral are highlights.
