Traveling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Beijing: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from ADL to Beijing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from ADL to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you have a passport from Australia, you'll need a visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're traveling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
ADL is about 8 kilometers from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 49 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ADL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Beijing
AED 898 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Beijing. A return flight starts from AED 1,703. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from ADL to Beijing. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Adelaide Airport to Beijing throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from ADL to Beijing every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adelaide Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 31 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 56 kilometers from central Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ADL to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the most popular month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Beijing. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Beijing in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ADL to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
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 Adelaide Airport to Beijing, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Adelaide Airport to Beijing to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info on car rentals in Beijing, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.