Flying from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Beijing has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
3 hours 51 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport.
The timezone in Hanoi is UTC+7, which is 1 hour behind Beijing. Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi.
The busiest route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), with 23 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to HAN is the 09:40 Air China option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 15:45 with Vietnam Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Beijing to HAN, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Go straight to your destination from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) operate from here.
Vietnam Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport departing from PEK.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Beijing to HAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Looking to fly out of Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can reserve a direct flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from this hub.
Get on your direct flight from Beijing to HAN with Vietnam Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of PKX.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Daxing International Airport and HAN:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
PKX is about 35 miles from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to HAN:
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Consider booking a hotel near HAN if you have a late flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 56 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport, £61 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just £131. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Beijing to HAN, book your journey 8 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from Beijing to HAN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hanoi. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Beijing to HAN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hanoi
Start your Hanoi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Hanoi is to explore its top attractions. Some highlights include Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
Complete your Hanoi trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Hanoi and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Beijing to Noi Bai International Airport.