Flying from Beijing to Dali Airport (DLU): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Beijing to Dali Airport (DLU). Explore the options for departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX), two of the city's main airports.
Dali Airport is located in Dali City. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Beijing to DLU.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch an early flight from Beijing to Dali Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Prefer to leave from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Dali Airport (DLU) out of this popular hub.
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to DLU can be booked with Air China.
PKX is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Beijing to DLU? Check in to a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Dali Airport (DLU)
Book a hotel close to DLU if you have a late flight from Beijing to Dali Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Dali Airport (DLU) to central Dali City
Dali Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dali City. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Dali Airport (DLU)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Dali Airport, $179 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from $830. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to lock in flight tickets from Beijing to DLU. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and dates.
Finding flight tickets from Beijing to Dali Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Dali Airport (DLU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Beijing to Dali Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Dali City in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Dali City. The warmest month is May. Book your flights from Beijing to DLU during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Beijing to Dali Airport in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 15ºC.
More about Dali City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dali City right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Dali Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Cangshan Gate of Dali Ancient City, Dali University and 大理水花庄园 are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dali City itinerary.
Complete your Dali City trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Beijing to Dali Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Dali City. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
