Hubs
Mega
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
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Aperçu du hub
Passagers
65,0M
Destinations
260
Connectivité
90/100
Transit
fair
Compagnies du Hub
CA
Air China
primary
MU
China Eastern Airlines
secondary
Présence des alliances
Star Alliance
SkyTeam
Terminal et salons
Aperçu du terminal
PEK has three terminals: Terminal 1 (Hainan Airlines), Terminal 2 (Air China domestic, SkyTeam), and Terminal 3 (Air China international, Star Alliance).
Points forts des salons
The Air China First Class Lounge in Terminal 3E offers Chinese fine dining, massage chairs, and a traditional tea ceremony area.
Conseils de transit
- Air China uses Terminals 2 and 3; Terminal 3 is the newest and handles most international flights.
- 24/72/144-hour visa-free transit is available for passport holders from many countries.
- The airport is about 25 km northeast of central Beijing; traffic can be heavy.
- Allow at least 90 minutes for international-to-domestic connections due to customs and re-screening.
- Terminal 3 has a free inter-terminal shuttle and excellent Chinese restaurant options.
Transport terrestre
The Airport Express train reaches Dongzhimen station in 25 minutes for CNY 25. From there, transfer to Metro Lines 2 or 13.
Le saviez-vous ?
- Terminal 3, designed by Norman Foster, was the world's largest building by area when it opened in 2008.
- PEK was the world's second-busiest airport before Beijing Daxing (PKX) opened in 2019.
- The airport's IATA code PEK comes from the old postal romanization of Beijing (Peking).
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Beijing Capital International Airport a major hub airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is classified as a mega hub with a connectivity score of 90/100. It handles approximately 65.0 million passengers annually and offers connections to 260 destinations worldwide.
How many airlines operate from Beijing Capital International Airport?
Key hub airlines at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) include Air China, China Eastern Airlines. The airport has presence from Star Alliance, SkyTeam, providing extensive global connectivity through codeshare and alliance partnerships.
What destinations can you fly to from Beijing Capital International Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) offers flights to 260 destinations. As a mega hub, it serves as a key connecting point for both domestic and international travelers across multiple continents.
How do you navigate Beijing Capital International Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) has a transit rating of "fair". PEK has three terminals: Terminal 1 (Hainan Airlines), Terminal 2 (Air China domestic, SkyTeam), and Terminal 3 (Air China international, Star Allianc.