O Aeroporto Internacional de Pequim Capital (PEK) é um dos maiores e mais movimentados aeroportos do mundo, localizado no distrito de Chaoyang, a aproximadamente 32 quilômetros a nordeste do centro de Pequim. Com mais de 100 milhões de passageiros anuais antes da pandemia, PEK competia com Hartsfield-Jackson de Atlanta pelo título de aeroporto mais movimentado do mundo. O aeroporto possui três terminais, com o Terminal 3, projetado por Norman Foster para os Jogos Olímpicos de 2008, a ser um dos maiores edifícios do mundo — a sua forma evoca um dragão chinês quando vista do ar, com uma área total de mais de 1 milhão de metros quadrados. O Terminal 3 é utilizado pela Air China, a companhia aérea de bandeira, e pelas companhias da Star Alliance. O Airport Express do metro de Pequim conecta o aeroporto ao centro da cidade em aproximadamente 25 minutos. Pequim, como capital da China e uma das cidades mais históricas do mundo, atrai visitantes com a Cidade Proibida, a Grande Muralha, o Templo do Céu e a vibrante cultura contemporânea chinesa. As instalações incluem extensas opções de compras com produtos chineses tradicionais, restaurantes que servem cozinha de todas as regiões da China e lounges premium.

Aviation Terms

Iluminação de aeródromo (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Categoria Aeroporto (Airport Category) Elevação do Aeroporto (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Corpo de Bombeiros do Aeroporto (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Sala VIP do Aeroporto (Airport Lounge) Ponto de referência do aeroporto (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Avental (Apron) Controle automatizado de passaportes (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.