Beijing Airport Guide: PEK and PKX to the City
Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing (PKX) are separate airports on different sides of the city. Read the three-letter code on your flight confirmation before choosing a train or arranging pickup.
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Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Capital Airport is northeast of central Beijing. The Capital Airport Express serves terminals 2 and 3, with city stops at Sanyuanqiao, Dongzhimen and Beixinqiao. Compare the onward subway connection or taxi ride to your hotel before deciding where to get off.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing Airport is south of central Beijing. The Daxing Airport Express connects the airport with Caoqiao, where you can transfer to subway lines 10 and 19. The airport also lists buses and other ground transport. Choose the route that best fits your hotel address and arrival time.
Late arrivals and hotel pickup
Check the last train for your travel date, allowing time for baggage and arrival formalities. If your bags are bulky or the trains have finished, consider the official taxi queue or a ride arranged with your hotel. Share your airport code, terminal, flight number, local arrival date and luggage count with the provider, and save the hotel name and street address in Chinese.