Beijing Daxing Airport
General information
Beijing Daxing Airport is a new and very modern airport in China, it is the second airport of the city after Beijing Capital Airport. Due to the rapid growth of the Chinese economy and the number of passengers at Beijing Capital Airport, construction of a new airport began at the end of 2014. The opening of the airport, consisting of one terminal and four runways, is scheduled for September 30, 2019. The airport is expected to accommodate 72 million passengers by 2025.
Once Beijing Daxing Airport starts operations, Beijing Nanyuan Airport will close its doors. China United Airlines will move their flights to the new airport. British Airways, Finnair, LOT, Ethiopian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Royal Air Maroc have announced they will operate their flights from the new airport. The airport is also called BDIA, an abbreviation of Beijing Daxing International Airport.
Location
Where is Beijing Daxing Airport situated?
Beijing Daxing Airport is located in Langfang (Hebei Province), south of Beijing and west of Tianjin. The highways G45 Daqing – Guangzhou Expressway and G95 Capital Area Loop Expressway are a short distance from the airport.
How many terminals does Beijing Daxing Airport have?
The airport has only one terminal, but it is one of the largest in the world. The terminal covers an area of 700,000 m2 and looks like a starfish (five concourses) from the sky. The airport is designed to minimize the walking distance for travellers, it takes a maximum of 8 minutes from the security check to the boarding gate. Beijing Daxing Airport will be able to handle 100 million passengers a year by 2040.
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Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Beijing Daxing Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in China.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Beijing Capital Airport | 66km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Beijing Daxing Airport to the centre of Beijing is 57 kilometres. By car, it takes 70 minutes to get to the centre of Beijing.
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Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Beijing Daxing Airport by public transport. Visit the Beijing Daxing Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Beijing Daxing Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Beijing is about RMB 250.-. Book your taxi at Beijing Daxing Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
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Car rental
At Beijing Daxing Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Beijing Daxing Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Beijing Daxing Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Beijing Daxing Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Beijing Daxing Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Beijing Daxing Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- China Southern Airlines
- Air China
- British Airways
- Finnair
- LOT
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Beijing Daxing Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
GreenTree Inn Beijing Daxing District Yufa Town New Airport Express Hotel, Daxing
Accepting only Mainland Chinese citizens, GreenTree Inn Beijing Daxing District Yufa Town New Airport Express Hotel is set in Taiziwu, 45 km from Beijing. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Hotels in Beijing
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Beijing Daxing Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Ancient Beijing & New Olympic Area Group Day Tour
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Beijing Airport Private Arrival Transfer
Take the worry out of your arrival at Beijing International Airport with a pre-booked private transfer to your hotel in the city center on arrival. Avoid the long lines for taxis or the need to use the public transport system with heavy bags.
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