Flying from Beijing to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Beijing has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Dubai Airport (DXB) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Around 8 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Beijing to Dubai Airport flight.
Dubai is four hours behind Beijing. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 12:40am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PEK to DXB is with Emirates at 11:40pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to DXB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, 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 Dubai Airport (DXB) leave from this terminal.
Emirates is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Beijing to Dubai Airport jetting out of PEK.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Emirates between PEK and DXB.
Among carriers operating on this route, Emirates has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Beijing to DXB with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PEK and DXB include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Xianyang International Airport (XIY)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your flight from Beijing to Dubai Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and DXB are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The drive from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to DXB flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Daxing International Airport make it to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Dubai Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near DXB and hit the pillow fast:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Beijing to Dubai Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to central Dubai is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Dubai Airport (DXB)
ج.م. 8,104 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Dubai Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 16,668. These fares can change based on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Beijing to DXB, book your ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Beijing to Dubai Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Beijing to DXB.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Beijing to Dubai Airport.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Dubai Airport (DXB)
July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Dubai Airport (DXB). Visit Dubai in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Beijing to DXB flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Dubai Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Khawr Fakkān is another must-experience destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 105 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach.
