Travelling from Venice to Beijing: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Venice. Explore your options leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF) when searching for a flight from Venice to Beijing.
When it comes to landing in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the major entry points.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Venice.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Venice to Beijing flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Beijing
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Venice to Beijing flight. 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 can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Venice to Beijing.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Venice to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Venice to Beijing flights.
Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Venice Marco Polo Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Venice to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Venice Marco Polo Airport's on-time performance, 75.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Venice to TSF in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 miles away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Venice to Beijing? Unwind in a hotel near Treviso Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70.17%.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is approximately 16 miles from central Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Venice to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Beijing and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks ahead to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book your Venice to Beijing flight even earlier.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 25 miles from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Venice to Beijing has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Venice to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Venice to Beijing. April is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book a Venice to Beijing ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Venice to Beijing around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Venice to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Beijing has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 70 miles south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 260 miles south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.