Travelling from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Explore the options for booking a flight from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport flight.
Harbin's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Harbin Taiping International Airport is located in Harbin.
With 64 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from PEK to HRB is with Sichuan Airlines at 11:20pm.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Beijing to HRB. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport leaving from PEK. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Air China sees the most traveller bookings for flights from PEK to HRB.
Among carriers on this route, Hainan Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) plane ticket out of Daxing International Airport (PKX). Decide if leaving from PKX is a better fit for your trip.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to HRB leaving from PKX include:
China Southern Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the PKX to HRB route.
China Southern Airlines is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Daxing International Airport and Harbin Taiping International Airport.
The drive from central Beijing to PKX typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to HRB flight:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 88.83% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
If you have a late flight from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near HRB:
You'll find HRB at Yingbin 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport is RM356. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM651. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Beijing to HRB, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB). Visit Harbin in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Beijing to HRB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Harbin, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -9ºC (16ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Harbin
Start your Harbin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Harbin Taiping International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Harbin Ice and Snow World and Harbin Ice and Snow Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Harbin travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at 冰雪嘉年华.
Explore more of China
You've seen Harbin, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 209 kilometres south to Changchun to tick off its top attractions. From Changchun Film Studio to Jingyuetan Ski Resort and Zoological and Botanical Garden of Changchun, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of China, head for Jilin, about 193 kilometres south of Harbin. 雾凇长廊, Lotus Temple and Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park are among its highlights.