Travelling from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): What you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Mexico City. Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing.
To ensure you catch your flight from Mexico City to PEK, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Mexico City to PEK that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MEX and PEK include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport:
84% of flights departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is around 56 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours.
Relax before your Mexico City to PEK flight at a hotel near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Currently, RM2,586 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM5,052. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Mexico City to PEK, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Beijing. August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Mexico City to PEK plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Beijing Capital International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Beijing travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
You've seen Beijing, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 121 kilometres southeast to Tianjin to tick off its leading sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 145 kilometres east of Beijing, Tangshan is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Tangshan Museum, Tangshan Haichang Ocean Park and Fenghuang Mountain Park.