Flying from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport flight.
Hangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is located in Hangzhou.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) is the most popular route. There are 154 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Hainan Airlines at 10:05pm. Choose the first PEK to HGH departure with Hainan Airlines at 6:55am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Beijing to HGH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Get there in one go from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Direct flights from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) can be booked from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport departing from PEK. Book your ticket with one of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Air China from PEK to HGH.
With a dependable 89.14% of services arriving as scheduled, Hainan Airlines leads the way in punctuality on this route.
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) plane ticket out of Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Work out whether leaving from PKX works best for your plans.
You'll have no trouble finding airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to HGH. Here's a list of carriers that can take you straight to your next stop from PKX:
China Eastern is the top choice for bookings on the PKX to HGH route.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with China Southern. 94.6% of its flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport arrive as scheduled.
PKX is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to HGH flight, stay in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 87% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HGH instead:
The address for HGH is 14th Rd.
Getting from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to central Hangzhou
From Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, central Hangzhou is around 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is £55. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £112. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to HGH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Hangzhou. February is when most people book flights from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Beijing to HGH plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hangzhou to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Hangzhou
After booking your flight from Beijing to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hangzhou:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. West Lake, Bai Causeway and Lingyin Temple are major attractions which should be on any good Hangzhou itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Hangzhou. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Nanjing, about 257 kms (160 miles) northwest of Hangzhou. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are key reasons to visit.