Der Beijing Capital International Airport ist einer der beiden großen Flughäfen Pekings und war vor der Eröffnung des Beijing Daxing International Airport 2019 der verkehrsreichste des Landes. Terminal 3, entworfen von Foster + Partners und 2008 für die Olympischen Spiele fertiggestellt, ist eines der größten Flughafenterminals der Welt mit einem drachenförmigen Dach über einer Fläche von über einer Million Quadratmetern. PEK fertigt etwa 100 Millionen Passagiere jährlich über drei Terminals ab. Der Flughafen ist das Hauptdrehkreuz von Air China und eine wichtige Basis für Hainan Airlines. Die Airport Express-Linie der Pekinger U-Bahn verbindet die Terminals 2 und 3 in etwa 25 Minuten mit dem U-Bahn-Netz. PEK verfügt über drei Start- und Landebahnen.

Aviation Terms

Flugplatzbeleuchtung (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Flughafenkategorie (Airport Category) Flughafenhöhe (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Flughafenfeuerwache (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Flughafenlounge (Airport Lounge) Flughafen-Referenzpunkt (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Schürze (Apron) Automatisierte Passkontrolle (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Beijing Capital Airport to downtown Beijing?

The Airport Express train runs from Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 to Dongzhimen station in central Beijing in about 25 minutes, costing CNY 25. From Dongzhimen you can transfer to Metro Lines 2 and 13. Airport buses also serve multiple city routes, and a taxi to the city center costs approximately CNY 100-120 for the 30 km journey.

How many terminals does Beijing Capital Airport have?

PEK has three terminals. Terminal 1 is the oldest and handles some domestic carriers including Hainan Airlines. Terminal 2 serves China Southern, China Eastern, and SkyTeam alliance partners. Terminal 3, designed by Norman Foster, is one of the largest airport buildings in the world and serves Air China and Star Alliance carriers.

What is special about Beijing Capital Airport Terminal 3?

Terminal 3 was built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and was the world's largest airport terminal at the time of its opening. Designed by Foster + Partners, its dragon-shaped roof features a distinctive red and gold color scheme inspired by traditional Chinese design. The terminal covers over 1.3 million square meters.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Beijing Capital Airport?

Yes, PEK offers free Wi-Fi in all terminals. The network requires registration using a Chinese mobile number or passport scan at dedicated kiosks located throughout the terminals. Session duration is unlimited once registered. Speeds are generally suitable for browsing and messaging.

Which airlines have a hub at Beijing Capital Airport?

Air China, a Star Alliance member, operates its primary hub from Terminal 3. China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines also have significant operations from Terminal 2. PEK was the busiest airport in China until Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) opened in 2019 to share the traffic load.