Travelling from Minneapolis to Beijing: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Beijing jetting off from here.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major gateways.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Minneapolis to Beijing flight.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Beijing
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Minneapolis to Beijing flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Minneapolis to Beijing flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Drive into your next adventure with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your day of departure.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. Following your flight from Minneapolis to Beijing, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to PKX. Tuck yourself in after your Minneapolis to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
April is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Beijing. To skip the crowds, visit Beijing in February.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Beijing ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Beijing, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If there's time to check out another major destination in China, consider Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key reasons to visit.
