Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport

Beijing Capital International Airport services almost 20 million passengers annually. Flights include destinations in the US and major cities across Europe and Asia. The airport is 28 km. northeast of the city.

Terminals and facilities at Beijing Capital

There are two terminals at the airport and shuttle buses connect the terminals.

A bank, several bureaux de change, an ATM, telephones, and a post office are all available in the terminals. A 24-hour medical centre is also located in the airport.

The Beijing Airport Ground Service Corporation offers assistance to passengers with physical disabilities, while the airport provides facilities in accordance with international standards.

Shops in the terminals include air-side outlets selling duty-free goods.

The airport's business centre provides computer facilities, fax, and internet access. The VIP lounges also provide business services which include fax, photocopying, and computers. A number of nearby Beijing airport hotels provide further business services. The airport hotels are also a good place if you have a short stay in Beijing, because then you can avoid the congestion of the city. Book a Beijing airport hotel online here.

There are several restaurants and cafes on hand to serve visitors.

If you need to drive into Beijing, you can do so with a hire car. The Beijing airport offers several choice car hire companies. You can get a good deal on car hire from Beijing airport here.

Hotels at Beijing airport

There are a variety of Beijing airport hotels available if you need to stay close to the airport. Rates vary from hotel to hotel, so it's best to book an airport hotel online in advance. You can see rates on hotels at Beijing airport here.

A couple of options for airport hotels in Beijing include the Capital Airport Hotel and the Airport Garden Hotel. You can book with these and other flights and accommodation in Beijing online.

Transportation and parking at Beijing Capital International

The Airport-City Shuttle Bus is a convenient way to get into the city. It leaves every 30 minutes from outside Arrivals and follows one of three routes into the city: Xidan, Gongzhufen, and Zhongguancun. The route to Xidan in central Beijing, a short walk from the Forbidden City, is the most popular route. Other routes include Gongzhufen in western Beijing and Zhongguancun in the city's northwest district. The shuttle also serves major hotels.

Metered taxis are provided in front of the terminal. They can get you into the city in about 40 to 60 minutes.

Airport parking is provided by a multi-story car park. It usually has plenty of space, but you might want to book airport parking in advance just to make sure you get a space. You can reserve Beijing airport car parking online here.

Car hire at Beijing International

You can hire a car directly from the Beijing airport for a quick trip into the city. For the best rates on a hire car, you should book in advance.

Although driving around in Beijing may be a little scary for most tourists, there are plenty of smaller villages surrounding Beijing that make perfect day trip destinations if you have a hire car.

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