Travelling from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX): What you need to know
Beijing Daxing International Airport is located in Beijing. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to PKX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling over a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to PKX departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PKX flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Reserve a hotel close to PKX if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Getting from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to central Beijing
From Beijing Daxing International Airport, central Beijing is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport is $370. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $572. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to PKX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your Melbourne to PKX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 80 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Haihe River, Tianyan Square and China Ancient Castle.
Tangshan is another sought-after destination in China and is around 153 kilometres east of Beijing. No journey is complete without dropping by Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park.