Travelling from Beijing to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Minneapolis departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the primary arrival point in Minneapolis.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Beijing.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Beijing to Minneapolis flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Minneapolis
To pick up cheap Beijing to Minneapolis flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it easy to book a Beijing to Minneapolis flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
PEK is about 26 kms (16 miles) from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Minneapolis? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Think about adding a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). It's a key stopover on a Beijing to Minneapolis flight out of Daxing International Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to get a snack at the airport.
PKX is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Beijing. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to Minneapolis, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
Most flights that leave Daxing International Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 89%.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 13 kms (8 miles). It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MSP if you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Minneapolis. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and discover Minneapolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
July is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Minneapolis. To avoid the crowds, head to Minneapolis in February.
Book a Beijing to Minneapolis ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Minneapolis around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Minneapolis to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Minneapolis. Around 300 miles to the south-east, popular attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 290 miles south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without visiting Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
