Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the chief international airport serving Beijing. It is located about 32 km northeast of Beijing’s city center in a commune of Chaoyang District. The airport started operating on 2nd March 1958 with just one small terminal building and since then, it has been expanded and renovated over the years to become the second busiest in the world. Today, the airport is the major hub for Air China, the flag carrier of the People’s Republic of China, which flies to more than 120 destinations.

Beijing Transportation

The airport is well connected to the city and other destination by rail, road and air. By train, it will take you around 16-20 minutes at a cost of ¥25. You can as well opt for airport bus service to the city at a cost of ¥16 and please remember that the buses are accessible only by paper tickets sold before you board. A taxi to the city costs you around 150 CNY. However, the best solution would be to hire a car with car rental companies at Beijing Capital International Airport. It gives you a chance to operate at your own schedule.

Amazing sights in Beijing

Forbidden City: I highly recommend that you start your tour by visiting the Forbidden City, which consist of 9,000 rooms and sits on a more than 250 acres of land. You will be amazed by the excellent architecture dating from 18th century during the Qing Dynasty.
Tiananmen Square: At the city center, this square, in many people’s opinions, is the symbol of Beijing. It is the largest square in the world for massive parades and rallies. If you are lucky to visit at sunrise and sunset, you will definitely fall in love with the raising or lowering ceremony of Chinese National Flag.
The National Museum of China: A visit to Beijing is not complete without a visit to the largest museum in the world, which covers about 200,000 square meters. Rent a car at Beijing Capital International Airport and visit this place to see a great collection of 1.2 million pieces of cultural ruins and exhibitions.
Panjiayuan Antiques Market: If you think you have seen antiques, then rent a vehicle at Beijing Capital International Airport and come to see for yourself all manner of antiques at Panjiayuan Market. The market is more lively on weekends with more than 40, 000 stalls.