Flying from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Thiruvananthapuram, where Trivandrum International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your TRV to Beijing flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
TRV is about 0.1 miles from central Thiruvananthapuram. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 0 hours or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to TRV? If you're boarding an early flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Trivandrum International Airport, 79.04% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Beijing
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing flight is £208. The cheapest price for a return flight is £419. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from TRV to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TRV to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 19 miles. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from TRV to Beijing is a good move.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 35 miles from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
After stepping off your TRV to Beijing flight, kick back at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before you book your flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from TRV to Beijing around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Beijing, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 70 miles south-east to Tianjin to tick off its top sights. From Porcelain house to Haihe River and Italian Style Town, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Tai'an, about 260 miles south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are the start of reasons to visit.