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Find deals from Columbus to Beijing
Find one-way and return tickets at the lowest prices, whether last-minute or planned in advance.
Find deals from Columbus to Beijing
Find one-way and return tickets at the lowest prices, whether last-minute or planned in advance.
Cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Beijing
Flexible with dates? We find the best prices for the week around your selected date. Prices may vary after you search.
One-way
| Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Sep 30 | £437 |
| Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7 | £557 |
| Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15 | £426 |
| Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23 | £359 |
| Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31 | £380 |
| Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7 | £300 |
| Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15 | £285 |
| Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23 | £287 |
| Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30 | £296 |
Round-trip
| Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Sep 30 | £627 |
| Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7 | £686 |
| Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15 | £612 |
| Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23 | £538 |
| Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31 | £568 |
| Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7 | £653 |
| Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15 | £552 |
| Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23 | £612 |
| Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30 | £626 |
Getting from Beijing airports to the city center
Fastest options: Airport Express metro (PEK) and Daxing Airport Express (PKX). Best value: airport buses and metro connections.
How to get from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Beijing?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
20-25 min | ¥25; flat fare | every 10 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to city center | |
40-90 min | ¥16 – ¥30; varies by route | every 15–30 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
40-90 min | ¥100 – ¥150; metered; varies by traffic and destination | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
40-90 min | ¥90 – ¥180; surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based booking |
How to get from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Beijing?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
19-25 min | ¥35; flat fare | every 8–12 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to south Beijing | |
50-120 min | ¥40 – ¥50; varies by route | every 20–30 min (traffic dependent) | multiple city destinations | |
50-120 min | ¥150 – ¥250; metered; varies by traffic and destination | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage | |
50-120 min | ¥140 – ¥280; surge pricing may apply | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based booking |
Notes:
- Prices in CNY; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- The Airport Express from PEK connects to Beijing Subway Lines 2, 10, and 13 at Dongzhimen and Sanyuanqiao stations.
- The Daxing Airport Express connects to Line 10 at Caoqiao station for transfers to central Beijing.
- Taxis are metered; ride-hailing prices vary with demand. Road traffic can significantly affect journey times, especially during rush hours.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
When is the best time to visit Beijing
Beijing's best time depends on your priorities: spring and autumn offer ideal weather with moderate prices, summer and winter bring the cheapest flights but extreme temperatures, while May and October deliver perfect conditions alongside peak crowds and costs.
- Prices: Peak rates for flights and hotels; avoid Golden Week (early October) when prices surge 40-60% higher.
- Weather: Pleasant 15–28 °C with clear skies, 5–8 rainy days per month, ideal for exploring the Great Wall and Forbidden City.
- Events: Mid-Autumn Festival (September) features mooncakes and lanterns; Golden Week (October 1-7) brings massive crowds but vibrant celebrations.
- Prices: Cheapest flights drop 30-50% versus peak season; book winter deals for January-February, avoid Chinese New Year week when rates spike temporarily.
- Weather: Harsh winter -8–2 °C with dry cold, or sweltering summer 26–32 °C with 8–10 rainy days; both extremes deter crowds but challenge comfort.
- Events: Chinese New Year (late January/February) brings spectacular Temple Fairs at Ditan and Longtan parks; Summer Palace Lotus Festival (July-August) offers serene garden escapes.
- Prices: Moderate rates with flights to Beijing 20-35% cheaper than peak season; book early April or late November for best deals before May rush.
- Weather: Comfortable 4–21 °C with crisp air, 3–6 rainy days monthly; spring brings blooming gardens while autumn offers clear skies and vibrant foliage at Fragrant Hills.
- Events: Peach Blossom Festival (March-April) transforms parks into pink wonderlands; Fragrant Hills Red Leaf Festival (mid-October through November) showcases stunning autumn colors.
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Weather in Beijing
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 1°C | -6°C |
| February | 5°C | -3°C |
| March | 14°C | 2°C |
| April | 21°C | 9°C |
| May | 28°C | 15°C |
| June | 33°C | 20°C |
| July | 33°C | 22°C |
| August | 31°C | 21°C |
| September | 27°C | 16°C |
| October | 19°C | 9°C |
| November | 10°C | 1°C |
| December | 2°C | -4°C |
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